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5 years5 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
How much did your home build cost?

Hi there,
I can't find a similar thread so I have created this new topic. I know that total build cost will depend on many factors e.g. upgrades, type of…

5 years5 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
Building with Wisdom Homes

How much is the base price of washington 32 and monte carlo 50+ squares? Thanks

5 years5 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
New build - cost to extend the room size

Shouldn't be too much pricey given the size

5 years5 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
Suggestions for finance options for land/construction

Has this happened to anyone where you've signed up on a contract with your builder while waiting for your home to be sold? Thanks

6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
To sell or not to sell

Thank you. Yes, just need to be patient and the right buyer will come. We feel like if we lower the price too much, we are giving away…

6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
Level 1 Compaction Report - Melbourne SE - Burbank

So not all developers can provide the level 1 compaction report? I thought it's required. Sorry for being naive.

6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
How should mirrors be placed??

Thanks for the information, that makes sense.

6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
Building with Wisdom Homes

Hi Magnus, I'm not with Wisdom as I'm in VIC but saw your post about the variation fee. This is a great idea and would love to hear your…

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6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
Planning on new build - subject to selling the current home

Thanks. Yes I noticed builders have promotions these days to attract buyers as the market has cooled down. However not a good timing for those who are into…

6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
Planning on new build - subject to selling the current home

Thank you. The land title release is expected in September. We have been asked by the builder to secure our colour appointments but I have requested to cancel…

6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
Planning on new build - subject to selling the current home

Hi there,
Has anyone done this where you sign a building contract with the builder and is in the process of selling your current property? What risk is involved if…

6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
95% LVR land loan, or alternatives

Excellent, thanks for the information. Very helpful!

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6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
95% LVR land loan, or alternatives

Thanks. We will begin construction few months after land settlement but since we are applying for land + construction loans at the same time, does it mean we need…

6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
First Time Land Buyer/Builder Needing Advice!

We've never paid a commission directly to the broker but the bank covers it when we signed up with them for the loan.

6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
To sell or not to sell

Hi All,
Market is not doing good at the moment. We are in doubt whether to proceed with the sale being $100k lower than what we were expecting or wait…

6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
How should mirrors be placed??

It is okay in feng shui to place a mirror in front of another mirror? Thanks

6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
95% LVR land loan, or alternatives

Thanks. I think we will be able to make a deposit of 15% but would like to aim for at least 20% deposit to save on LMI.
We've already paid…

6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
Need help on our bathroom layout

You could probably do this in your main bathroom. Move the vanity to the opposite side of the wall so that 2 basin can fit without blocking the shower door,…

6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
Colorbond roof

Same concern for us. I love the look of tiles but colorbond is more sealed. This is something that we really have to think before we make our…

6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
Colorbond roof

Is Klip Lok more expensive? I didn't know this is available as I've never seen one in our area. I love this look better.

6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
Colorbond roof

Does the pricing include the upgrade to roof insulation? They said that when using colorbond as roof, the insulation must be upgraded so you won't hear rain drops and…

6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
Colorbond roof

I love the look of tiles and I find it more pleasing and classy. In our next build, we are thinking to have colorbond due to feedback from others…

6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
95% LVR land loan, or alternatives

How much is the minimum down payment nowadays that the bank requires for land + construction loan? I'm not a first home buyer. Is it easy to get…

6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
Building a house with a Mortgage

Hi everyone, we bought a land in 2018 and settlement will take place in the next few months. We are planning to sell our current home. We plan to rent…

6 years6 yearsbasicbeansbasicbeans posted:
Colorbond roof

Good thing I came across this thread. During our sales consultation, we were quoted $20k for the colourbond roof. We are building 50sq double storey. Due to…

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