Hi, thanks Jason526 for sharing the above. In addition to OP's question, do you know what the rules are around R4 zoned property in Fairfield area? Not sure if a…

Thanks for your comment, interesting point raised! I'm not sure if it is just NSW, but I did enquire other builders and they all asked for 5% deposit as well…

Thanks for responding Strannik!
I think the default is to pay the 5% deposit. But we double checked the HIA contract and it says you don't actually have to pay the…

Hi Simeon,
Thanks for your input and suggesting the icare calculator - the premium calculator came out to $7k! If this is the same thing as the warranty charge then it’s…

Correct, it’s the bulk of the deposit!

Hi all,
We are commencing our custom build in Sydney and have been asked to pay upfront costs of approximately $20k to cover:
- home warranty $7.5k
- construction certificate $3.5k
- geotech and…

Hi guys,
Planning my new build and I want to use engineered timber. Would like to know if anyone has experience with Grand Oak flooring?
Have heard they can scratch easily…

Thanks CD12JD! Glad to know someone else has looked into them since they seem relatively new.
Hope your new build is going well!

Hi guys,
Just wondering if anyone has or is building with Edgecliff homes in NSW?
https://www.edgecliffhomes.com.au/
We are currently looking for builders and they are one of our…

Hi Michelle,
Thanks so much for the information. Very helpful in giving us a ballpark price for our budget!

Hi Michelle,
Thanks for showing us the renovation you did up there, the transformation looks great!
I am new to this forum, so apologies if this question has been asked before! I…