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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

Nurses, teachers, emergency services staff, personal carers and other Victorian essential workers are now eligible for $35,000 in savings off the price of land from developer Villawood Properties.The ...

Villawood Properties increase essential worker grant from $20k to $35k to combat affordability

Mimosa Homes, one of Melbourne’s top builders, is renowned for building high-quality, affordable homes. Since its establishment in 2007, Mimosa Homes has focused on delivering exceptional value withou...

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Save Big on Rising Costs with Mimosa Homes' Latest Promo

In the latest episode of Unpacking the Build, Homeshelf CEO George Glover sits down with Tony Petruzalek, an industry veteran and General Manager of Marketing at JG King Homes. Their discussion explor...

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Navigating the Home Building Landscape: Insights from Tony Petruzalek

In a recent episode of Unpacking the Build, Homeshelf CEO George Glover interviews Anthony Garrubba, the National General Manager of Marketing and Sales at Burbank.&nbsp;

Their discussion provides a ...

How volume home builders approach design | Insights from Burbank's Anthony Garrubba

Appealing to a broad catch of the market, Simonds have carefully crafted designs suited for first home buyers, investors and downsizers, along with upsizers and those looking for a luxury custom produ...

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Simonds Victoria - Best of Latest Offers

If you’re in the market to build new this year, you’ll likely come across the term “turnkey” in your search. The concept of a "turnkey" home is to offer a home that is fully prepared for immediate occ...

Things to Consider Before Buying a Turnkey Home

In Australia, where over 4 million people live with disabilities and an ageing population is rapidly increasing, the need for accessible housing is more than just a necessity - it's a priority for sus...

Designing Accessible Homes

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Buying VS Building New: Choosing the Right Home

When it comes to building a new home, one of the fundamental decisions you'll make is whether to go with a volume builder or a custom builder.
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Volume or Custom: Choosing the Right Builders

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How Developers Create Quality Communities: A Conversation with Brown Property Group

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