Building in Uncertain Times: What Perth Homeowners Must Know War in the Middle East. Inflation. Interest rate uncertainty. A federal government reshaping tax policy. It’s a lot to absorb and for anyone thinking about building a new home in Perth, it raises a very reasonable question: is now really the right time? Independent Building Advice has been fielding this question
Home Building Mistakes in Perth (And How To Avoid It) Building a home should be one of the most exciting projects of your life. But for many Perth families, it becomes something else entirely. Stressful. Confusing. And far more expensive than expected. At Independent Building Advice, we regularly meet people who come to us after something has already
16 Common Frustrations People Experience Building a New Home (And How to Avoid Them) Building a new home should be one of the most exciting milestones of your life. Yet for many Australians, what starts as a dream quickly becomes a source of significant stress, financial strain, and regret. The good news? You don’t have
Flooring your extension can be a difficult. Do you match the flooring in your extension? Or completely contrast it. Here’s what you need to know.
The Common Strategy: Design First, Then Find a Builder Many people looking to build their dream home follow a seemingly smart strategy: they hire an independent architect or designer to create the perfect floor plan. The thinking goes—if you own the design, you can take it to multiple builders and get the best price. In
The building industry is tough right now. Why builders go broke is not because they’re “elite” or “trusted” in the building industry. Their survival comes down to cash flow, profitability, and good risk management. At IBA, we work with more than 20 builders and do extensive background checks to minimise risk for our clients.
A building broker works similar to a finance broker but with builders, we don’t represent one builder but several. The idea is to provide you with unbiased advice on what is best for you. The advisor is flexible in choosing the right builder for your project. With Independent Building Advice (IBA) we regularly use 14
Solar efficient homes save you more than just money… When it comes to designing your home, solar orientation can make the world of difference. In this post we will show you how to get the optimum results. In the video we explain how Solar Orientation works and how to get the best results. Please note
This is looking at home design mistakes that could have easily been avoided.
Overwhelmed or too busy to build your dream home? You’re not alone. Many Perth residents find the process daunting, especially when juggling work, family, and daily commitments. But here’s the good news: you don’t have to do it all yourself. With the right guidance and support, building your home can be a smooth and enjoyable
