Inclusions to find out more about...
Important things to ask your builder, developer or the business taking you through this process.
Do they include the Plan and Approvals?
This is an essential part of the process that can be costly and very time-consuming. You will require an architect or draftsperson to design the plans and get approval, whether that is for a full DA Approval & BA or just for BA Approval
Which part/s of the process do they provide?
i.e. a turn-key solution? Turnkey is allowing the builder to provide everything to a complete solution meaning you can move in with flooring, blinds, appliances, kitchen, television, etc.
Every builder is different and may provide it up to a different stage. You want to be very clear on what you are getting because they may not have included the flooring, blinds and fit off extras. You need to make sure there are no extra costs once you have agreed or received a final price.
Optional extras
Other options are available too. They come at a higher cost but maybe worth extra of your money. You might want to have high-end bamboo flooring, AEG or Boshe kitchen appliances, Velux operable skylight in the bathroom to watch the stars in the shower at night, you may want a full package with all furniture provided, there are so many options. The key is to have a list of everything you could possibly want. Then markup which ones are absolute musts and work with the builder on prices to get what you want and hopefully some or all of the extras as well.
There are a lot of options that will suit each budget and taste. A granny flat in most cases can be less expensive than building a house or adding an extension. If you want to live in it, you will have different requirements than renting it out. Make sure you know what you want to do with it and also if your plans do change in the future.
To make changes once the property is built or being built, can be quite costly, therefore try and think of as much as you can in the beginning and get quotes based on that.
Check the quotes, see displays, talk to their previous customers and make sure you choose the right builder and they will take care of your project, your soon to be secondary residence.