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First Home Buyers – Did You Know?!
First home buyers, you could own your own piece of luxury/custom built on 5% deposit
As of July 1st 2020, the Federal Government has opened up 10,000 more spots for first home buyers looking to crack the Australian property market with a minimal deposit. Known as the First Home Buyer Deposit Scheme, the benefit allows first-time buyers to put down just 5 percent deposit for a property with the government acting as guarantor for an additional 15 percent, so that the usual Lenders Mortgage Insurance is not required – Big savings!
As of January 1 this year 10,000 applications – for couples and singles alike – were made available, with a second 10,000 made available July 1 2020, for the 20/21 financial year. It’s a promising initiative for those looking to buy or build, but industry research has found that as many as eight-in-ten first home buyers don’t understand what the scheme is or if they are eligible to take advantage of it.
First Home Loan Deposit Scheme Price Caps:
In order to access one of the 10,000 First Home Loan Deposit Scheme applications, the property you are purchasing/building must fall below a certain threshold.
These are:
| State/territory: | Capital City/Regional Centre: | Rest of State: |
| NSW | $700,000 | $450,000 |
| Vic | $600,000 | $375,000 |
| Qld | $475,000 | $400,000 |
| ACT | $500,000 | N/A |
There are a few other grants to be taken advantage of. This includes the new HomeBuilder Scheme and the First Home Owners grant.
Contact your Local David Reid Homes Office today to talk about your eligibility!
Are You Eligible For The HomeBuilder Scheme?
The HomeBuilder program, was due to finish at the end of last year, has been extended until March 31. Contracts signed between January and March this year will attract a lower rate of $15,000.
What is the new HomeBuilder Scheme?
The new HomeBuilder Scheme is a one-off, tax-free payment of $25,000 from the government to property owners. It is to help build or substantially renovate homes.
Are you eligible for the new HomeBuilder Scheme?
To be eligible for this grant, you must be; An Australian Citizen over the age of 18, earning less than $125,000 a year or $200,000 per couple. You must be an owner-occupier; this means that you must live in, or intend to live in the property that you would use the grant for.
Are homeowners allowed to access the grant to renovate their investment property?
No. Investment properties do not count, you must be the owner-occupier.
Can I use the HomeBuilder grant to build a swimming pool?
Unfortunately, only renovations that improve the accessibility, liveability, and safety of your property are eligible for the grant. This means that swimming pools, tennis courts, outdoor spas and saunas, sheds, or garages are not applicable.
Some more information:
If you are using the grant to build a new home as your main residence, the value of that property including land must not exceed $750,000. If you are using the grant to renovate your existing home; The renovation contract must be valued between $150,000 and $750,000, and the value of your home prior to renovations must not be worth more than $1.5 million. Renovations can include knockdown and rebuilds.
Is this grant only for first home buyers?
The HomeBuilder grant is available for any property owner provided they meet the eligibility requirements above.
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David Reid Homes Tamworth
Interview With David Reid Homes Tamworth
Kieron Rohrlach and Phillip Poulsen, owners and directors of David Reid Homes Tamworth have been with us since 2014. They have been Franchisee of the year for the past 2 years now and set an incredible standard for other builders to meet. For our David Reid Homes Design Magazine 2020, we interviewed Kieron and
Phillip about building and David Reid Homes. Please keep reading to see what they said!
1. Tell us a bit about yourself, what inspired you to become a builder? Have you always had a passion for building homes?
2. The building industry in the Tamworth region is highly competitive, yet your company stands out as one of the leading residential builders in the area! Do you think David Reid Homes has made the difference for you?
Phil and I believe that the David Reid Homes systems and of course name helped us a lot starting out in Tamworth. giving people confidence in choosing us to build their home, as we know building a new home is one of the biggest financial and emotional undertakings most people will achieve in their lives.3. What is it about David Reid Home’s systems and resources that give you an edge?
The systems i.e BuildXact and HazardCo give us a clear advantage over conventional scheduling and managing processes. Allowing us to manage quality and timelines of more jobs overall increasing our productivity as a company. The pre-done client letters, specifications, plans, etc, also create a great starting point for us to alter to fit our local area, market, and personal preferences when it comes to the exact construction process.4. Is there a particular type of customer that you find your business suits more than any other? first home buyers, retirees, young families?
Our market in Tamworth is smaller than some of our city franchises. So, I’ve found that we cater to everyone, from helping a first home buyer get their foot in the door, all the way up to people building their final home possibly their 3rd or 4th build, and everyone in between. Ideally, we would like to get more of the bigger custom designed homes in the future.
5. As a specialist luxury home builder, experience counts. What is the most important thing that you have learned about satisfying and exceeding your customer’s expectations?
Communication is key when it comes to a satisfied client. Be honest about inclusions, allowances, and timelines and if something delays the progress of their home build. Be upfront and tell them straight away. One thing I’ve learned is that clients that are in the dark about what’s happening are a lot more likely to be unsatisfied at the end. Educate and inform them at every opportunity. As I said before you must remember it’s not just a job to your client it’s their home maybe even their dream home. So, take care of them and they will sing your praises to everyone they know.6. With so many uniquely designed homes tailored to people’s dreams, how do you guide your customers through the experience to make it all fit together in a successful project?
That’s the big question. A lot goes into custom design and construction. Again, we are honest and constantly educating our clients right from the first time we meet them, right up until we’ve handed them the keys and provided information on how we support them after they’ve moved in. I have letters and pamphlets telling our clients step by step what will be happening next all the way through the build. This combined with our draftspeople, quality trades, and suppliers all play their part in a successful build. Another thing we do in Tamworth is every one of our clients gets an interior design consultant during the approval stage before we start on-site and all the selections from the ground up and inside are signed off and presented as part of the documentation. This speeds up ordering and alleviates confusion about what allowances or products were included.7. What is the most important advice that you would give to someone considering building their luxury dream home?
I always tell people the first time we meet, and before even talking about ‘how much’. Make sure your builder is upfront and clear about inclusions, costs, and timelines from the start. Make sure you are indeed comparing apples to apples. Also, pick a builder you can trust and ‘get along’ with because building a new home, especially a custom luxury home is a journey and you will want someone that you are compatible with to take that journey with you.If you would like to build a home with David Reid Homes Tamworth or anywhere else in Australia, please contact us at admin@davidreidhomes.com.au or give us a call on 1800 095 949!
Meet Your Builders | Wagga Wagga & Canberra
Meet Our Newest David Reid Homes Builders!
We are so excited to announce that we have two new Builders who have joined the David Reid Homes team! Matt Gow is taking on the Wagga Wagga area, and Michael Evans Canberra and surrounding areas.
Matt Gow
Michael Evans
David Reid Homes Wagga Wagga
Matt Gow was born and raised in Wagga and is now proudly introducing David Reid Homes to the Wagga Wagga area. He completed his apprenticeship with a well-known local builder and is now following his passion for the industry doing various styles of work such as:- Heritage work
- Renovations
- New homes
- Extensions
- Architectural designs
David Reid Homes Canberra
Michael has been in the construction industry since 1998, with his first job in his father’s company as an apprentice. Since then, Michael has established himself as a high-quality builder in ACT and NSW in the residential market. He has also undertaken many Government projects and school building projects. Working for and contracting to many of the major builders, Michael has an in-depth knowledge of his industry.
Michael is a licensed carpenter and builder, holding an Advanced Diploma in Construction Management and a Certificate IV in NatHERS Assessment, allowing him to deliver maximum energy efficiency homes that he builds. Michael focuses on sustainable building practices and quality living outcomes, thriving on providing clients with the best possible experience when building a prestigious home.
Because of his vast experience, and motivation for building beautiful, sustainable custom-built homes, we believe he is the perfect fit to take our brand into Canberra and surrounding areas!
If you would like to see more about Michael Evans, you can visit his page, or follow David Reid Homes Canberra on Facebook. If you are looking to build in the Canberra area, please contact Michael today on 0408 029 850 or send him an email at michael.evans@davidreidhomes.com.au
The Coogee | Contemporary Living
SUPERIOR QUALITY
Designed for contemporary resort living with expanses of water surrounding the living areas, this home makes an immediate impact with its skillion sail-like main rood and travertine clad feature entrance. The entrance, complete with a feature chandelier overlooks a glinting ornamental pond welcoming visitors into the home. With 3 bedrooms, a study, a media room, a relaxation room, and open living spaces the Coogee is impressive and modern. A feature polished plaster wall connects the well-appointed kitchen with a dining room that overlooks the alfresco, pool, and pond; and a feature fireplace links the light and airy family room with the entertaining areas. Upstairs, the master bedroom not only opens into the private retreat overlooking the entrance and its own balcony but also an expansive walk-in robe. The meditation retreat with stunning views through the entrance over the ponds completes this enviable home.RAISING THE STANDARD
David Reid Homes is ‘Raising the Standard’. This isn’t just a motto for us – it is something we take very seriously in everything we do throughout our company. We aim to deliver a home that exceeds expectations in design, build, and aesthetics, and we also want to ensure that the process from start to finish is exceptional. To do this we set extremely high standards for our entire team at David Reid Homes and want you to know that your ‘standards’ are our priority. Each individually designed home will be unique – as no two David Reid Homes are ever the same. Our designs reflect each individual homeowner’s flair and creativity and are tailored to complement their unique geographic setting.
We pride ourselves on the level of customer care extended to our clientele. This superior service starts with your unique design and is carried through all aspects of our management of your home build: including the products we use, suppliers, and master craftsman we work with, our attention to detail, and our engagement with you throughout the process. We treat you just as we would want to be treated when building our own luxury home.
LUXURY INCLUSIONS
The real David Reid homes difference lies in the overall quality of our build and the range of superior luxury inclusions. Our Dozen Points of Luxury Difference are 12 key appointments to your home that will complement your modern living to give you superior comfort and eco-efficiency. To name a few, the list features ducted air conditioning, pure wool carpets, floor to ceiling tiles to bathroom and ensuites, and stone benchtops. It also includes a prestige range of innovative, smart thinking appliances. As communication is one of David Reid Homes’ core values, we pride ourselves on providing weekly building updates on the progress of your new home.
The Baja | Simplistic Style
SUPERIOR QUALITY
The simplistic and stylish nature of this cutting edge home brings together futuristic elements of design with the home of tomorrow. The fusion of floor to ceiling glass panels, stone, Italian tiles, steel, and water elements, combined with the interplay of light creates this spacious, contemporary, modern home. Features include four large bedrooms, study, bathrooms, powder room and ensuites. Chic yet practical the entertainer’s kitchen has plenty of storage, including bi-fold window access opening out onto the expansive outdoor entertainment area. Three separate living zones are created within the home – media room, family room and a mezzanine overlooking the breathtaking split level pool all which provide uninterrupted views making this design perfect for a waterfront home.RAISING THE STANDARD
David Reid Homes is ‘Raising the Standard’. This isn’t just a motto for us – it is something we take very seriously in everything we do throughout our company. We aim to deliver a home that exceeds expectations in design, build and aesthetics, and we also want to ensure that the process from start to finish is exceptional. To do this we set extremely high standards for our entire team at David Reid Homes and want you to know that your ‘standards’ are our priority. Each individually designed home will be unique – as no two David Reid Homes are ever the same. Our designs reflect each individual homeowner’s flair and creativity and are tailored to complement their unique geographic setting. We pride ourselves on the level of customer care extended to our clientele. This superior service starts with your unique design and is carried through all aspects of our management of your home build: including the products we use, suppliers and master craftsmen we work with, our attention to detail and our engagement with you throughout the process. We treat you just as we would want to be treated when building our own luxury home.LUXURY INCLUSIONS
The real David Reid homes difference lies in the overall quality of our build and the range of superior luxury inclusions. Our Dozen Points of difference are 12 key appointments to your home that will complement your modern living to give you superior comfort and eco-efficiency. To name a few, the list features ducted air conditioning, pure wool carpets, floor to ceiling tiles to bathroom and ensuite and stone benchtops. It also includes a prestigious range of innovative, smart thinking appliances. As communication is one of David Reid Homes’ core values, we pride ourselves on providing weekly building updates on the progress of your new home.BAJA DISPLAY HOMES
Below are some pictures of one of our previous Baja Display Homes. We are currently building a new Baja on the Fraser Coast, so be sure to watch out for pictures and opening dates!
David Reid Homes Ken Beissel to participate in Vinnies CEO Sleepout
David Reid Homes Managing Director Ken Beissel to participate in the Vinnies CEO Sleepout!
We are pleased to announce that our Managing Director/CEO of David Reid Homes Ken Beissel will be participating in this year’s CEO Sleepout by Vinnies! Ken hopes to raise $5000 towards this cause and make a difference in the community of Brisbane. To show just how much of a difference we can make, if Ken reached his $5000 goal Vinnies would be able to;- Feed 90 families for a day or;
- Keep the power on in 41 homes this winter or;
- Relocate 16 individuals sleeping rough into accommodation services or;
- Help provide emergency accommodation to 9 families.
One night isn’t a lot, but it can make a whole lot of difference
Every night, thousands of Australians experience homelessness. But it doesn’t have to be that way. This year Ken Beissel our CEO is taking part in the Vinnies CEO Sleepout to raise money for the St Vincent de Paul Society to support Australians in need. For one night, Ken will be sleeping outside as part of an eye-opening experience to raise awareness and bring home the realities of homelessness. To help break the devastating cycle of homelessness, he needs your support. Will you help him to reach his target? Donating 50 dollars can make a huge difference to people who need it most.What is the Vinnies CEO Sleepout?
The Vinnies CEO Sleepout is a one-night event over one of the longest and coldest nights of the year. Hundreds of CEOs, business owners as well as community and government leaders sleep outdoors to support the many Australians who are experiencing homelessness and people at risk of homelessness. Each CEO Sleepout participant commits to raising thousands of dollars to help Vinnies provide essential services to the people who need them. To find out your state’s target, click here.
Last year, the Vinnies CEO Sleepout raised 7.9 million dollars for people experiencing homelessness and people at risk of homelessness. This year we can make an even bigger impact. Register now for the Vinnies CEO Sleepout or make a donation today.
Your donation supports Australians experiencing homelessness
When you sponsor a CEO or team, you’re helping Vinnies provide much-needed support to people all around Australia. Your donation directly assists people experiencing homelessness and people at risk of homelessness, by:- funding new initiatives
- ensuring existing homeless services, like food vans and emergency support, continue
- expanding the reach of our existing programs to ensure every Australian can access accommodation, meals, and emergency assistance when they need it.
If you wish to donate, please click here!
100ks to Utopia | David Reid Homes
We are excited to announce that we are one of the major sponsors for the ‘100ks to Utopia’ Fundraiser! This event is a 100km horse ride from Hervey Bay to Utopia Falls in Mt Walsh National Park organised by Jussy Lindenburg and Tammy Farrell to raise money and awareness for Multiple Sclerosis (MS). This event will be held on the 14th – 17th of August this year. Jussy and Tammy will be riding 100km over 4 days, stopping in the local towns to spread awareness for MS and will spend each night camping under the stars with their four-legged companions!
MS is very near and dear to Jussy and Tammy’s hearts. Tammy’s mother-in-law was diagnosed in 1999, and in 2012 Jussy was diagnosed with the illness. On Australia Day in 2019, she went blind due to MS Progression. Throughout this time, Jussy has endeavored to make the everyday count – She is a mum, works part-time with David Reid Homes Fraser Coast and has even started a podcast called “Everything Fraser Coast“, which is a lighthearted and positive podcast exploring everyone and everything Fraser Coast! Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a chronic illness involving your central nervous system. The immune system attacks the protective layer around nerve fibers. This causes inflammation and scar tissue, or lesions. This can make it hard for your brain to send signals to the rest of your body. Unfortunately, there is currently no cure.Here are some facts about MS:
- There are currently more than 23,000 Australians living with MS (over 3,700 Queenslanders).
- On average, more than 10 Australians are diagnosed with MS every week.
- 3 out of 4 Queenslanders living with MS are women.
- The annual cost of MS to individuals and the Australian community is over $1 billion.
- There is a 4% increase in the number of people diagnosed with MS each year.
- Raising Awareness of MS
- Raising $20 000 for MSQ – to go towards finding a cure and helping people living with MS
- Put a spotlight on the Fraser Coast
If you would like to follow Justine on her journey to Utopia, please follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube!
Please get behind this amazing cause and help to give back.
If you wish to donate the official fundraising event can be found here.
James Hardie EasyTex Panel | David Reid Homes
EasyTex Panel
James Hardie has recently introduced a new product, the EasyTex Panel!
EasyTex™ is a pre-primed fibre cement panel embedded with a fine texture to deliver a modern render design aesthetic. Each panel features a v-groove, shiplap joint along the two vertical edges. EasyTex panel is easy to install, resistant to cracking and lime staining, and comes ready to paint.
EasyTex panel is suitable for use as an external wall cladding in residential single and medium-density buildings, including alterations and additions, where a uniform broad wall cladding is required. It is ideal for full wrap or composite construction designs on either timber or light gauge steel framed buildings.
Durable
Engineered to endure. Hardie’s fibre cement is resistant to fire, termites, rot, and damage from moisture.
Speed of Installation
Fix to timber or light gauge steel frames. Pre-primed and ready for paint.
Fire Resistant
Adheres to bushfire attack level requirements to BAL40. Fire rating up to 60 minutes when used with HardieSmart™ wall systems.
Render Look
A fibre cement broad wall solution with an embedded texture finish giving the look of a rendered wall without the weight or hassle of brickwork.
Visit their website to find out more!
EasyTex Panels
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