Hey, just wanted to see how you went with obtaining a new builder as you had already started construction? I too am in the same boat. Was it a difficult…

Correct, but my general point is how much the government is taking as a total $ figure

I need to ask my plumber is this is okay, but notionally it sounds plausible.
Those mainline gas pipes are extremely expensive and robust so I don't see why it wouldn't…

The water authority is like any other business.. Changes and variations cost buyers extra.
Building inspectors here (WA) are at the bottom of the pecking order very limited power/authority

It's not a massive oversight but it is an oversight.
It's not like there's any detail associated with the meter box apart from showing its position
Your builder sounds like he's looking…

The HIA contract allows the builder to claim their progress payments upon completion of each stage, until the final payment, even if their work is incorrect or doesn't meet relevant…

HIA and MBA are builder's representatives. Unfortunately, many new home buyers think they are there to help buyers. They are not!
Many builders modify their association's contract by including Performance Solutions…

the average price increase for a home, over the past 11 months is in the range of $40k to $80k subject to size, materials etc. Builders that have entered…

I have just paid approx $1200 to upgrade both my standard double brick and feature brick pillar to have white mortar - really depends on how much area there is.…