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How to build a home in Australia

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Building is a sequence, not a leap. Here are the eight stages every new-home journey runs through across Australia - what happens, and what to watch for. When you're ready for real builders and prices, we'll point you to your state.

1
Set your budget and borrowing power
Work out your all-in number - land, construction, site costs and a contingency. Talk to a broker before you fall in love with a design.
2
Choose land (or confirm your block)
Greenfield house-and-land or an established block for a knockdown rebuild. Check soil, slope, zoning and services before you commit.
3
Pick the right type of builder
Volume, project, custom or architect. The right choice depends on your budget, block and how much you want to customise.
4
Compare designs and get quotes
Compare inclusions, not just headline prices. Two quotes at the same price can differ by $50k once you read the fine print.
5
Sign the building contract
Understand fixed-price vs cost-plus, the deposit, progress payments and your cooling-off rights. Have it reviewed before you sign.
6
Council approval and engineering
Planning and building approvals, soil tests and engineering. Timeframes vary by council - build this into your plan.
7
Construction
Slab, frame, lock-up, fit-off and handover. Expect 8-18 months depending on builder and complexity. Stay across each stage.
8
Handover and moving in
Final inspection, defect list, keys - then the fun part: making the house a home.

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