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AdviceA builder’s quote may not be your total project cost. See what can sit outside the contract price and what to check…
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AdviceThe CTF levy changed in WA from 1 July 2026. Here’s what Perth project owners should know about the new threshold, payment…
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AdviceWhat Perth’s Building Approvals Say About the Market Building approval figures do not make headlines the way interest rates do, but for…
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AdviceHow to Compare Builder Quotes in Perth Two builders can quote the same home and land thousands of dollars apart. Most people…
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AdviceWhat provisional sums really mean A building quote can look straightforward at first glance. Then you notice a few allowances buried in…
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Industry UpdateUnderstanding builder insolvency risks in WA Most homeowners spend time comparing floorplans, finishes and pricing, but far fewer stop to think about…
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Advice5 things your builder hopes you never check in the contract Most people assume their building contract is standard, fair, and complete.…
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Industry UpdateLooking ahead over the next five to ten years, there are three clear areas where industry reform could significantly improve outcomes for…
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AdviceIf you’re dealing with maintenance issues, unfinished items or defects and the builder isn’t responding, here’s what to do next.
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AdviceIf you’re worried they’re heading for liquidation before your home is finished, it’s time to act—fast. Every day you wait could cost…
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