becjarrettdalton posted:Slab Progress Payment shortfall?
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.
becjarrettdalton posted:Slab Progress Payment shortfall?
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.
becjarrettdalton posted:Slab Progress Payment shortfall?
Ok and check the progress payment schedule - did the builder invoice too much?
becjarrettdalton posted:Slab Progress Payment shortfall?
What was the invoice amount the builder actually sent?
Is the difference the first home owners grant?
becjarrettdalton posted:Figuring out what size mortgage we can finance
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…
becjarrettdalton posted:Things to discuss about mortgage penalty
Erm - this is Australian site - in Australia no penalties for variable rate - go Aussie!!!
The rest doesnt really apply to us either
becjarrettdalton posted:Go cheap now or better later?
Got it. That’s lending criteria....tough isn’t it.
So you can’t even buy a fixer upper? Potential future knockdown?
becjarrettdalton posted:Go cheap now or better later?
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…
becjarrettdalton posted:Architect/Designer fees
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…
becjarrettdalton posted:Buy land now, or jumping the gun?
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…
becjarrettdalton posted:What happens on Settlement day??When to move in?
Perfect! Enjoy!
becjarrettdalton posted:What happens on Settlement day??When to move in?
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…
becjarrettdalton posted:Build Loan
Very welcome. Best of luck. Sounds like it will be magical on completion.
becjarrettdalton posted:Build Loan
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…
becjarrettdalton posted:plans or marketing materials Cosmopolitan Renmark
Hi... odd question, would anyone have an old floor plan diagram for the Cosmopolitan Renmark 52? I always loved this home and would love to find something very similar to…
becjarrettdalton posted:House Design For Wide Blocks
Hi... odd question, would anyone have an old floor plan diagram for the Cosmopolitan Renmark? I always loved this home and would love to find something very similar to build.
becjarrettdalton posted:has anyone built with cosmopolitan homes
Hi... odd question, would anyone have an old floor plan diagram for the Cosmopolitan Renmark? I always loved this home and would love to find something very similar to build.
becjarrettdalton posted:Cosmopolitan Homes, Sydney
Hi... odd question, would anyone have an old floor plan diagram for the Renmark? I always loved this home and would love to find something very similar to build.
becjarrettdalton posted:Finance different trades in custom build
Perfect, that’s a great idea. Lock down exactly what you want, visit the suppliers they use & make your selections as early as possible.
becjarrettdalton posted:Finance different trades in custom build
Hi Lychee,
The floors outside of contract is very normal - other trades, less so.
From the banks perspective if the build contract doesn’t include wall linings or a kitchen - what…
becjarrettdalton posted:Interest Only Payments end after construction?
You know you're allowed to pay extra, and any extra you pay comes off principal...if that helps. If you're wanting to start sooner
becjarrettdalton posted:Interest Only Payments end after construction?
It could work either way. They would be more than happy to send the funds for you.
becjarrettdalton posted:Interest Only Payments end after construction?
Hi arch,
the answer is in normally reverts whenever the bank stops controlling release of the money - because they deem it complete. They may control all of those items you've…
becjarrettdalton posted:Is booking a land and on-sale later a good strategy?
As long as you factor in your costs - stamp duty on purchase + legal fees and agents fees + legal fees on sale you can make an educated decision,…
becjarrettdalton posted:Is booking a land and on-sale later a good strategy?
No one can advise if you should for sure, as noone has a crystal ball, more's the pity. Its a risk you're taking and you're trying to calculate the risks…
becjarrettdalton posted:Construction Loan for off-grid house
So the technical response is 2wd access... up to the valuer to determine that.
Again, if the sewer system is in the contract and meets code it should be fine -…
becjarrettdalton posted:Construction Loan for off-grid house
HI Monty,
The sealed access road is the main bug bear here - Thats pretty much a deal breaker - has to have suitable 2wd access.
But there are loads of…
becjarrettdalton posted:First Home buyer nervous about land valuation
Absolutely 100% avoid Bankwest (experience talking), this might be a job for a major. I'm sure your broker will be on it.
becjarrettdalton posted:First Home buyer nervous about land valuation
Spot on - depending on the lender and the percentage you are borrowing you might have an issue - for example Bankwest will not accept this over 80%.
While it may…
