Home Building Hub

Ep. 66 | Top 10 items to do later if you’re on a tight budget


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Budget constraints can be a challenge when securing finance for your new home. In this episode, we share our top 10 recommendations for items you might consider removing from your building quote to ease the approval process. We'll also explore the pros and cons of completing these items after handover, helping you make informed decisions while staying on budget.


Topic timestamps
2:52 - Blinds
3:15 - Cooling (refrigerated or split systems)
4:43 - Concrete driveways and paths
5:29 - Fencing and landscaping
6:25 - Flyscreens and flywire doors
6:53 - Electrical items like down lights and power points
7:33 - Flooring after handover
7:54 - Painting feature walls
8:54 - Stone Benchtops
9:33 - Appliances - Talk to your builder if you are wanting to do this as there are some regulatory things you may need to comply with
12:40 - What are the pros of removing these items for your quote?
14:10 - What are the cons of removing these items for your quote?

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