3 Tips to Manage Building & Construction Projects
No matter how big or small your building and construction project is, you will need to be well-organised, have excellent communication skills, hold the ability to delegate tasks and prioritise […]
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2017 – The Year Of Building Reforms
In 2017 there were many changes to legislation within the Building and Construction Industry. There were a series of amendments made to the Building Act 1993 which led to reforms […]
Renovation Boom On The Way
1980s houses are set to provide significant opportunities in the renovations market over the next three years. The latest HIA Renovations Roundup forecast shows expected values of the renovations […]
Owner Builder? Know Your Obligations
On 1 July 2017, there were changes introduced by the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) in regards to the Owner Builder obligations. These changes have been introduced to help ensure that domestic […]
Key Changes to Owner Builder Requirements
The Victorian Building Authority (VBA) have recently refined the requirements for Owner Builders. The key change is that the VBA will now accept Construction Induction Cards (White Cards) from interstate […]
7 Things You Must Know Before You Become An Owner Builder
As an owner builder, you will take on the legal responsibilities and compliance requirements that are associated with the project. Therefore, before you become an owner builder, it is important […]
Choosing The Right Builder
Are you planning to build your own home? Perhaps you’re looking to renovate or extend your existing home. Either way, one of the biggest decisions you’ll have to make is […]
4 Pro Tips To Nail Your Next Renovation Project
Renovating can improve the liveability and sustainability of your home with careful planning, thoughtful design and a considered choice of contractor. Here are four tips from a renovating pro […]
Six Budgeting Mistakes to Avoid
If you’re renovating or building a new home, it’s an exciting time. But it is also considered one of life’s top ten stresses. Setting a budget and adhering to it […]
Principles of Risk Management
Risk is an aspect of particular importance both to client and to building contractors in the management of contracts. Risk affects the cost of the work since the contractor’s return […]
Becoming an Owner Builder
Are you thinking of using your own skills to build, extend or renovate a home that you live in or intend to live in? Or perhaps you would like to […]