Correct

Be careful of multiple applications at once, fingers crossed on new valuation.

Yep - wasn't thinking to challenge the valuation so much as to work out if you think it's accurate. I know the area, and I know what you mean…

Hi Alissa, I can understand your disappointment and concern. Have you had a look at the valuation? Have you compared it to other sales of 'like' houses in the area?…

Hello... depending on the situation you may be able to take a land loan and then a construction loan - be mindful you'll have to qualify for the land loan…

Not all - some are like that, the Adelaide product is unique. Check it out

HI Matt,
what you could be looking for is bridging finance - and - providing that you qualify there is a lender who can offer this where the interest is…

As you know the Sydney market has moved, and with those other blocks listed for less that will make it challenging for a higher valuation. Obviously paying less is better…

Oh Dave, I'm so sorry to hear this.
Where is the land? Unfortunately this is the risk of off the plan purchase and I hope you received some advice before purchase.
You…

shape - he’s saying the loss was to the mortgage insurer itself.
@Dozza try QBE or perhaps ANZ or Westpac - check with…

Hi Dozza, there are two mortgage insurers - and then some lenders self insure. You May be able to qualify with the other mortgage insurer or with a lender who…

Another thought is - if you do wish to proceed - to get another valuation done up front with another lender and see if the valuation is incorrect. But generally…

There you go, there’s a plan. Just be mindful of changes in the market & not coming unstuck. Well done & enjoy the process!

Hello - I think there was a case on the TV recently where the development exceeded the 'sunset clause' date and the developer rescinded the contract (effectively cancelled it, handing…

Hi Dean,
It definitely varies, and if that includes the statement of advice which would sign off on the LRBA agreement it’s not unheard of. I’ve seen similar but I did…

CBA take the FHOG an apply it at slab stage - it has to be something around this, right? But good point you raise on client contribution.

That’s why the figure stoood out to me - the FHOG is paid via the bank, at least you now have something to follow up and hopefully a solution.

Ok and check the progress payment schedule - did the builder invoice too much?

What was the invoice amount the builder actually sent?
Is the difference the first home owners grant?

You can mitigate some of the risk by considering a fixed rate - and in terms of affordability if the bank has already passed you through their calculators the next…

Erm - this is Australian site - in Australia no penalties for variable rate - go Aussie!!!
The rest doesnt really apply to us either

Got it. That’s lending criteria....tough isn’t it.
So you can’t even buy a fixer upper? Potential future knockdown?

The one thing you cant change is suburb...
well you can, but it will cost you around 2-3% of your current (new) home value to sell in agents fees
and up to…

I guess you’d have to ring around to find someone who can include the fee in the contract
But
Providing the valuation stacks up they can be financed if the architect is…

Hi Locksmack,
Unfortunately this is one of those cases where you have to make your own calls.
What I would say is you need to see if you can be approved…

Perfect! Enjoy!

Hi Kisakib,
Congratulations, how exciting!
Yes - all going to plan you should get your keys on the 2nd. Basically settlement (when all the lawyers & lenders meet to exchange documents and…

Do you have a spare room??? Sounds like bliss!

Very welcome. Best of luck. Sounds like it will be magical on completion.

Hi Tim,
Owner builder has some special rules and only a few banks like to do it.
One of the biggest issues is you have to have cash (like you’re…