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In this episode we discuss the impact of pre-site technology in the new home building industry. We discuss some examples of the technologies you can use or see today, and also share our views on display homes… and whether we think they are still vital to home buyers or are they going to be phased out? 

Topic timestamps
2:18 - Where is technology taking us in the new home building industry?
6:10 - Matterport 360 degree interactive tours
10:25 - Virtual Reality: Situ Systems
16:14 - Big Plans - lifesize projection of your floorplan
19:26 - GeoSite - showing you how your home will look on your block
21:27 - Video walkthroughs
3:21 - iVisualise - Visualise your bricks, change the types, styles, etc
4:50 - Where do we see display homes in the future? …are they dead?

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In this episode we discuss the difference between titled land (ready to build on) and untitled land (not ready to build on). We explain the definitions of each term, but also discuss the pros and cons of each option to better educate you about your options - and the ramifications - when considering a land purchase.

Topic timestamps
2:47 - The stats are showing a lot of people are buying non-titled land, but why?
8:22 - What is titled land and untitled land?
9:46 - What are the pros and cons of buying untitled land? 
15:30 - What are the pros and cons of buying titled land?

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Investors, join us as we guide you through some valuable tips and insights when it comes to building an investment property. We touch on each step in the journey, having the right goal and mindset, choosing the right level of upgrades, narrowing down the best areas, the benefits of full turnkey homes and much much more. 

Topic timestamps
2:47 - Importance of talking to your broker
4:18 - Understanding your end goal
7:22 - Right mindset for an investor
8:03 - Impact of being emotionally invested
9:27 - Spending on unnecessary upgrades
11:29 - Best long term investment
12:16 - Narrowing the locations and areas
16:55 - Making logical decisions
17:10 - Knowing your numbers
21:34 - Advantage of Full turnkey homes
23:15 - Stick with the color boards
23:39 - Do not pick the cheapest builder

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This episode is for First Home Buyers. We begin with essential finance tips and a rundown of the current government grants available. Then, we explain how to balance location with budget, and also touch on builder discussions, deposit amounts, your needs vs wants list and much more. Don't miss out on this invaluable advice for a successful first home build!

Topic timestamps
2:45 - Let’s start with finance
7:26 - Government Grants
13:54 - Choosing the right location whilst considering budget
18:35 - Visit displays, speak to builder consultants, and ask lots of questions
21:41 - Find out the deposit amounts required
23:35 - Prepare a needs vs. wants list
24:30 - Treat it like an investment
25:26 - Don’t ask “How much is it as displayed?” - ask this instead.
28:26 - Take some action
30:25 - Do NOT buy from the cheapest builder. You will pay for it later.
33:29 - Get yourself a conveyancer and add this clause into your contract

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Join us as we dive into greenfield land estates and common lot types. Discover the distinctions between different lot types, sizes and even the different codes applying to blocks based on their overall size as well. We cover the meaning of site coverage and also give you valuable insights into setbacks, private open space and the impact of estate requirements.

Topic timestamps
2:57 - Different lot types in general
4:25 - Common lot types in greenfield land estates
6:25 - Regular lots and their common sizes
8:50 - Small Lot Housing code (under 300sqm) vs Recode (over 300sqm)
14:20 - What does Memorandum of Common Provisions (MCP) mean?
20:40 - What does site coverage mean?
22:55 - Small Lot Housing code explained 
29:00 - Setbacks and private open space explained
32:17 - The impact of estate requirements on setbacks
39:12 - Beware: Regulations are changing in 2024

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Join us as we welcome Will Anderson from RPM Real Estate to discuss the current property market. Discover RPM's role and influence in the industry, and gain insights into immigration, purchasing trends and the current state of the market. Will also shares his insights and views on the current barriers to entry from borrowing capacity through to builder confidence.

Topic timestamps:
3:10 - Welcome to Will Anderson from RPM Real Estate3:55 - Where are property values doing in the current market?
6:43 - Who is RPM Real Estate and what do they do?
8:35 - An insight into immigration numbers and the purchasing trends
13:30 - Population growth over the next decade
15:10 - Is remote employment still increasing demand in regional areas?
19:00 - The Government’s 70 / 30 plan to move to inner areas
22:07 - A bit about borrowing capacity
25:02 - Talk to your finance broker and see what they can do to help
26:05 - Will the prices come back down again for new house and land buyers?
29:53 - Builder confidence is a key barrier. Has it improved?36:30 - Have the timeframes for building improved?
37:35 - Does Will think we’re at the bottom of the market right now?
42:05 - For those not ready to buy today, how does the future of land look?
46:18 - Are there more titled blocks available today?

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Join us in this enlightening episode as we delve into the world of energy ratings and sustainable living. We kick off by introducing AI and machine learning into energy ratings, paving the way for a greener future. Discover the ins and outs of NatHERS (Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme) and what it takes to achieve a coveted 7-Star rating. Explore the key design elements impacted by these changes, and learn how land orientation and neighboring houses can influence your home's price. We also discuss the shift from 6-Star to 7-Star requirements, the associated costs, and the 'whole of home' perspective. Plus, we address whether now is the time to buy to avoid the new requirements and explore alternative materials for achieving higher energy ratings. 

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Join us as we dive deep into the world of land development and sustainable living with Rory Costelloe, the Founder of Villawood Properties. Hear directly from one of the industry’s pioneers, as he shares the process of buying a block of land along with outlining some of the enticing features within Villawood Estates. He also discusses the current market, interest rates and shares Villawood’s approach to environmental sustainability and the future of the land market. Finally, we finish by learning some of the essential factors for home buyers to consider when choosing a new estate… and Rory also explains their great initiative around the Care Workers Discount as well.

Topic timestamps

3:27 - Meet Rory - the Founder of Villawood Properties
7:14 - What’s the process for someone to buy a block of land? 
10:30 - How do Villawood develop their estates to appease and address smaller lot sizes? 
11:30 - Outline some of the appealing features found in Villawood Estates?
16:29 - How does Rory see the market (and interest rates) now and into next year?
22:22 - How does the industry need to address environmental and sustainability factors moving forward?
29:49 - What does the future of the land market look like moving forward?
34:27 - What are the key factors that Home Buyers should look for in a new estate?
39:28 - Introducing the Care Workers Discount

To learn more about Villawood Properties, visit https://villawoodproperties.com.au/

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If you’re looking for property insights and data to better educate yourself whether you’re buying established or new, this Facebook Group is for you. Join us as we introduce Atul Jhamb, the creator of the “Property Insights” group that has reached over 5000 members in less than 1 year. In the episode you will learn about the key topics and insights you can obtain from the group, what differentiates it from other groups and also a great insight from Atul himself regarding the current market as well. 

Topic timestamps
1:45 - Welcome to Atul, the creator of facebook group “Property Insights”
3:33 - Atul’s history in property
4:39 - How did the Property Insights group come about? 
8:40 - How is this group different from other Facebook groups?
11:35 - The two areas that really stand out in this group
12:06 - What are some of the key topics, data insights and value you provide in the group?
14:40 - What sort of buyer types are best suited for this group?
17:12 - How does this group mitigate negativity and conflict?
20:11 - Where does Atul see the current market right now?
25:00 - What advice would you give to a First Home Buyer or Investor right now?
26:20 - What is in store for the Property Insights Group moving forward?
27:05 - How can someone join the Property Insights Group on Facebook?

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In this episode we discuss the impact of making design or structural changes to your floorplan. Join us as we explain why different builders have different levels of allowable changes, what some of the more acceptable (or safer) changes are vs some of the more risky ones, and we finish off with our advice to you when considering or discussing structural changes with your builder. 

Topic timestamps:
2:18 - What do we mean by structural changes? 
3:41 - What do builders actually allow and (or not allow) when it comes to structural changes?
12:36 - The biggest mistake people make with structural changes
14:00 - What are some of the safer structural changes to make?
16:50 - Be careful of cost errors or items that are not accounted for with your structural change
18:55 - The benefits of not making any structural changes 
21:04 - Ask about the process your builder has in place to deal with structural changes to avoid errors and surprises
21:48 - Honest feedback on why structural changes can be a bad thing
28:28 - What are some of the more popular structural changes usually allowed?
32:35 - Our top tips and advice for homebuyers when it comes to structural changes

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