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Queensland First Home Buyer Grants and Schemes, 2026: The Complete Guide

The Reserve Bank met on 11 August and left the cash rate on hold at 4.35%, in line with market expectations. It's the outcome most economists had pencilled in, but it doesn't change the underlying pre...

RBA holds at 4.35%, what it means for your new home

New research from HomeLoanRates.com.au, analysis of the latest ABS Consumer Price Index data conducted by Primara Research, reveals the cost of building a new home rose 5.8% in the year to June 2026, ...

New home build costs climb 5.8%, the fastest in almost three years, as rate rises squeeze the supply pipeline

“New home sales in the month of April increased by 4.9 per cent despite rising interest rates and domestic and global uncertainty,” stated HIA Chief Economist Tim Reardon. The HIA New Home Sales repor...

Confidence in new housing market remains

For many Australians, property investment can feel out of reach. It is often seen as something that requires years of saving, complex calculations, or specialist market knowledge. In practice, a well-...

How strategic property investment can help you grow wealth and buy the home you truly want

Financing a new home build works differently from purchasing an established property. Instead of a single loan settlement, construction projects usually involve staged payments, land purchases and len...

A buyer’s guide to financing a new home build

Rising land values and limited housing supply in established suburbs are forcing many buyers to reconsider how they secure a new home. Instead of choosing between renovating an ageing property or relo...

Knockdown rebuild or buying new: which path suits today’s home buyers?

The promise of building new is flexibility. Floorplans look adaptable, façades come in multiple styles, and display homes are presented as a starting point rather than a fixed template. But once you m...

Customising Your Plan: What builders will (and won’t) let you change before construction starts

Electric vehicle uptake is no longer a fringe consideration for homebuyers. For many, the question isn’t whether they’ll own an EV, but whether their next home will support one properly. In new estate...

EV Readiness: What it really takes to install a fast charger in a new home or apartment

Are you trying to find the plan options for building your new home? Homeshelf have recently launched a new Online Plan Finder, where you can quickly see plan options and pricing for building a new hom...

House Plans for Building In Melbourne

Ready to dive into the housing market with your first land purchase? Now that you&rsquo;ve got your heart set on that dream block &ndash; what comes next? Loans, contracts and regulations can make buy...

Steps To Buying A Block - The Process to Buy Land

Picture this: you’ve been living in the same house for 20 years and you suddenly want a change in scenery. You want to update the utilities in your kitchen, you want to fix the tiling in your bathroom...

Knockdown Rebuild Or Renovate: What's Right For Me?

Last night’s Federal Budget had some great news for Australians looking to enter the housing market with the extension of the First Home Buyers Guarantee Scheme until June 2025. The Government has rec...

Boost for first home buyers in the 2022 Budget.

We’ve covered a lot about choosing a suitable house plan and an appropriate block of land. This time, let’s look into the whole package. Buying a house and land package can offer great value for famil...

House and Land Package Pros and Cons

Outdoor living and entertaining is part of the Australian way of life. The climate in most parts of the country is ideal for being outside, and it is part of our culture to entertain family and friend...

Master the Art of Australian Alfresco: 8 Design Tips for Your New Build

There are many alternative ways of buying or investing in a home. One of the options that we have is that of purchasing a house and land package. House and land packages work differently than separate...

Everything You Need to Know About House and Land Packages Before You Buy

We&rsquo;ve all seen sloping blocks of land before, but the popularity of sloping blocks is increasing across the market. Buyers are rushing to take advantage of the unparalleled views that properties...

Top Tips for Building on a Sloping Block

For 37 years, G.J. Gardner Homes have built over 36,000 customised properties that boast elegance, quality and style.
The company is built on &lsquo;The G.J. Way&rsquo;, which ensures there are no hid...

G.J. Gardner Homes Price Lists and Design

Life in a beautiful area with great neighbours and everything you need just a stone’s throw away is a dream. Until your house starts falling apart, doesn’t suit the family anymore or simply isn’t what...

What You Need To Do Before Starting A Knockdown Rebuild Project

From understanding titles and site costs to choosing the right builder, our expert guides provide everything you need to navigate the Australian new home market with confidence.

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