Dear First Home Buyers, your 2020 is about to get a whole lot better! If you are a First Home Buyer in NSW it has never been a better time to build your first home than it is right now! Last week the Government introduced the Home Builder Grant as an economic response to the…
Today Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced the new Home Builder Grant to assist Australian citizens looking to build or renovate their home. Eligible citizens will receive a $25,000 grant to build an owner occupied new home, or for them to carry out substantial renovation projects. The grant reflects HIA’s call on the Government to provide…
We’re all spending a lot more time at home these days due to coronavirus, but while the temperature is definitely dropping – you might be noticing the power bill is doing the exact opposite. Here is a few tips on how to save on heating costs this winter. Why Are My Bills Higher In Winter?…
If you were counting on a pre-approval to secure your new property, looking to refinance, or shopping for a home loan, things have changed in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak. Lenders are revising their lending criteria, with a focus on borrowers considered to be in high-risk industries. “Generally where a customer is in a…
Do you remember when deep drawers replaced cupboards in the kitchen? It changed our lives, because suddenly we could find the right Tupperware container, see what was lurking in the back of the pantry, and retrieve a saucepan without doing a complete reshuffle. Hardware technology has continued to grow, as manufacturers expand the scope and…
As you wander through display homes, looking at various layouts and designs, you’ll find yourself drawn to different fittings, finishes and other features. But you need to be aware that everything you see might not be included in the home’s standard price. Some of the features might be optional upgrades, which will cost you more.…
Why is it that industrial style continues to be such a hot interior trend year on year? Could it be its versatile aesthetic that works within a range of settings, celebrating the form and function of structural and architectural features? Or perhaps it’s the ease in which the look can be created on any budget,…
While the impacts of Covid-19 have put many businesses on hold and into hiatus, architects and builders continue – and want – to help you realise your dream home. In fact, now may be a better time than ever to begin that project. It may seem counter intuitive, though starting the design process now can…
The kitchen island or peninsula is often the home’s hub, where family and friends gather to help with the cooking (or just the eating). This central position makes it an important design feature and a great place to add personality to your kitchen. Here are ten ideas to give the heart of your home a…
We’ve seen Australia suffering with drought this last year and with that comes the essential restrictions on our water consumption. Luckily, there are ways we can do our bit to help with this, one of which is by installing a water tank. Many new water wise suburbs in Wagga have even made it a requirement…
