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The collapse of Bathla Group has left thousands of buyers facing uncertainty and raises an important question for anyone building a home: what actually happens if your builder goes under? In this episode, we explain the critical differences between a developer collapse and a builder collapse, how Victoria's new Home Warranty scheme works, and the practical steps every homeowner can take to protect themselves. Topic timestamps 01:29 - Bathla Group fallover 10:53 - Difference between off-the-pl...

Building a higher-end custom home is about more than great design. We share five expert tips to help you choose the right team, manage your budget and avoid costly mistakes before construction even begins. Topic timestamps 7:10 - How to choose the right custom builder 14:14 - Should you choose the builder or the designer first? 22:30 - The budget mistake you don’t want to make 31:36 - Planning stage… You get what you pay for 38:05 - Top considerations for your home design and features 44:28...

Thinking about buying a narrow block? Don't sign anything until you've heard this episode. We unpack the hidden design restrictions, compliance traps and costly mistakes that catch buyers every week - and explain how to turn a narrow lot into a fantastic home with the right planning. Topic timestamps 3:00 - What is a narrow lot? 4:44 - Is it under 300sqm? 8:47 - What is - and can you build - boundary to boundary? 12:00 - Can you have a double garage? 16:05 - What is the wall-on-b...

Retaining walls are one of the most overlooked - and potentially expensive - aspects of building a new home. In this episode, we explain why even seemingly flat blocks can require retaining, how it can impact your home design and budget, who is responsible for the cost, and the key questions every buyer should ask before signing a contract. Topic timestamps 1:21 - Introduction to retaining walls 4:40 - What are retaining walls and why do we need them? 11:50 - Can retaining walls d...

Just weeks away from handover? Before you sign anything, learn how to identify genuine defects, understand what's considered "within tolerance," and make the most of your leverage before final payment. Whether you hire an independent inspector or do your own walkthrough, this episode will help you approach your PCI with confidence 03:15 - Why the PCI Is One of the Most Important Stages 04:46 - What a Practical Completion Inspection (PCI) Actually Is 08:45 - Final Payment, Leverage...