In this episode, we break down what “getting to site” actually means. From titled land and design changes to developer approvals, finance, and third-party reports, we unpack the real factors that influence your pre-site timeline.

Topic timestamps

03:08 – What does “getting to site” actually mean?

04:34 – Key Factors That Affect the Timeline

04:38 - Is the Land Titled or Not?

06:20 – Are You Making Changes to the Plan?

07:15 – Are You Doing Full Colour Selection or Using Colour Boards?

09:46 – Is There Design Approval from the Developer Required?

12:30 – Are There Any Planning Conditions?

13:33 – Finance approval & working with brokers

16:48 – 3rd party / out of builder control items

18:08 – Site rubbish & contaminated soil issues

20:37 – Managing Expectations & Communication

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From 2027, new homes in Victoria will be all-electric, but what does that mean for the rest of Australia?

In this episode, we break down which states are impacted, what changes to expect in new builds, transitional rules already in play, and how existing homes may be affected.

Topic timestamps

3:30 - Is all-electric required for your state?

6:39 - Victoria is going all electric, so when does it start?

8:45 - What key items will need to change in your build inclusions?

13:43 - Is there a transition period for jobs already in the system before 2027?

18:45 - Are there restrictions being applied to existing homes as well?

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As 2025 wraps up, we look back at what’s shaped Melbourne’s building market this year - from buyer confidence and builder pricing to investor movement - and share 6 practical steps to get yourself ready for building in 2026.

Topic timestamps

3:15 - 2025 summary and current state of Melbourne market

12:48 - Step #1 - Get your finance ready

13:40 - Step #2 - Check builder reopening dates

14:40 - Step #3 - Review upcoming promotions

15:43 - Step #4 - Jump on Realestate.com.au or openlot.com.au or similar

17:32 - Step #5 - Shortlist your preferred estates & lots

20:13 - Step #6 - Choose your estate, builder and home design shortlist

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