How to Prepare Accurate Construction Cost Estimates

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…

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Residential Construction Cost Estimates for 2024

Residential 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…

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Instant Asset Write-off – Budget 2020. What has changed?

Instant Asset Write-off

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…

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Percentage 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’…

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Regulation 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’…

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Coronavirus 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…

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How I’d Repair The Government’s Homebuilder Policy

Construction

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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