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How to Prepare Accurate Construction Cost Estimates
Accurate construction cost estimates are the backbone of any successful building project. Whether you’re a homeowner, contractor, or developer, understanding the intricacies of estimating costs can save you from unexpected expenditures, project delays, and potential losses. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the essentials of preparing precise construction cost estimates, ensuring your project starts…
Read MoreResidential Construction Cost Estimates for 2024
In the ever-evolving world of residential construction, one of the most critical concerns for homeowners, developers, and builders alike is the estimated cost. With changing market dynamics, innovations in construction techniques, and fluctuations in material costs, staying updated on the latest residential construction cost estimates has become paramount. As we step into 2024, let’s delve…
Read MoreHow these SINGLE MUMS made their way to being successful property investors
Being a mum is already an occupation in itself as it’s difficult to juggle the responsibilities of being a wife, being a mother, and also working hard to provide for the family. But the question is why work a 9 to 5 job when you can possibly retire sooner by investing in property? That’s what…
Read MoreInstant Asset Write-off – Budget 2020. What has changed?
The instant asset write-off has been featured in various forms for the last few years. It’s role is to stimulate business investment via the enticement of immediate deductibility of newly purchased plant and equipment assets. So what changed in the budget? The announcement means that assets purchased from 7.30pm on the 6th October through to…
Read MoreDepreciation and the Instant Asset Write-off – Economic Stimulus Package 2020
Here’s what you need to know about the changes to depreciation allowances and the instant asset write-off changes as part of the Governments $17.6 billion coronavirus economic stimul… Here’s what you need to know about the changes to depreciation allowances and the instant asset write-off changes as part of the Governments $17.6 billion coronavirus economic…
Read MorePercentage of property investors with an ‘in-depth audit’ from the ATO
On the 30th April 2020 the release of the final report of the Public Accountability Committee, titled ‘Regulation of building standards, building quality, and building disputes’ was tabled with… On the 30th April 2020 the release of the final report of the Public Accountability Committee, titled ‘Regulation of building standards, building quality, and building disputes’…
Read MoreReview of the Ripehouse Advisory COVID-19 vs Australian Property Report
I recently took part in the Ripehouse COVID-19 survey along with 146 other industry experts and academics and have now been able to view the report in full. I commend the team for… I recently took part in the Ripehouse COVID-19 survey along with 146 other industry experts and academics and have now been able…
Read MoreRegulation of Building Standards – Final NSW Government Report
On the 30th April 2020 the release of the final report of the Public Accountability Committee, titled ‘Regulation of building standards, building quality, and building disputes’ was tabled with… On the 30th April 2020 the release of the final report of the Public Accountability Committee, titled ‘Regulation of building standards, building quality, and building disputes’…
Read MoreCoronavirus create most competitive building environment since the GFC
A study by MCG Quantity Surveyors has revealed property owners are now securing the most competitive building and renovation environment in almost a decade. MCG Quantity Surveyors… A study by MCG Quantity Surveyors has revealed property owners are now securing the most competitive building and renovation environment in almost a decade. MCG Quantity Surveyors… A…
Read MoreHow I’d Repair The Government’s Homebuilder Policy
I’ve been buoyed by the political bipartisanship that’s, so far, seen us deal successfully with the health risks and financial pitfalls from the coronavirus crisis. Up until recently, there’s been a joint effort from both sides of the fence to find workable solutions. I say ‘up until recently’ because one policy just put a handbrake…
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