Is this really Covid 2.0? We break down what’s actually happening with fuel prices, construction costs, and what it means for home buyers right now. No fear tactics - just real insights on risks, timing, and where the opportunities may be.

Topic timestamps

2:29 - War Impact on the Building Industry

4:27 – Media Fear & “Doom and Gloom” Narratives

5:11 - Are we already at Covid 2.0?

8:46 - So, what’s the real risk here?

11:04 – Material Cost Increases

12:01 - Medium-Term Outlook (2–6 Months Changes)

13:24 – Expected Delays (1–3 Months)

14:20 – Stage 4 - which does resemble Covid

14:57 – Comparison to COVID Price Spikes

16:46 – Interest Rates, Inflation & Economy Impact

18:02 - What should you expect now and moving forward?

18:29 - Builder Behaviour Changes

19:36 - Client Behaviour Changes

21:01 - Land contracts being handed back in droves

21:59 - Where is the opportunity? …or is it all just doom and gloom again?

24:10 - Buying Opportunities in Discounted Land

25:00 – Investing Mindset (Opportunity vs Fear)

28:05 – Final Advice: Stay Educated & Aware

28:41 – Final Warning: Don’t Choose the Cheapest Builder

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Can you really buy a home entirely online without ever speaking to a builder? In this episode, we explore how buyers are using online platforms to compare builders, review house and land packages, and complete most of the process, if not all of it online.

Topic timestamps

3:12 - Where do you start?

6:14 - Reviews and reputation

10:01 - How to read online floor plans and specs.

12:07 - House & land packages. Pros & cons of package deals online.

15:34 - Is Visiting a Display Home Really Necessary?

18:33 - Virtual tours vs. in-person

20:19 - Comparing Builders Online

23:40 - Signing Everything Digitally

25:40 - Risks & Red Flags

28:22 - Key Takeaways

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We break down the Federal Government’s Help to Buy shared equity scheme - how it works, what the numbers actually look like, and what happens when you sell. We also unpack eligibility, income caps, build restrictions and the key steps to take if you're considering applying.

Topic timestamps

2:57 - What is the Help to Buy Scheme?

5:27 - How does it work?

7:08 - Example of the numbers explained

8:55 - What happens when you sell the home?

12:16 - Does the government charge interest on their share?

14:14 - Income caps, property price caps and eligibility explained

17:18 - What restrictions apply to the actual build?

21:10 - How many spots are available?

22:38 - 5 steps you should take if you’re interested

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