suefrater Posted August 9, 2014 Report Share Posted August 9, 2014 Hi We are at the very beginning stage of buying a block in Amberton WA, actually we've just found the one we'd like and we are soon to put a deposit down, but we've heard that you have to have an agent in order to buy it?? We are a bit confused as we had no idea that this was the case but we're not sure of the facts ie at what stage do you need him?, what does he do? etc. We are in touch with the land sales bloke and he hasn't mentioned it but we heard about it from the builder we are going to use. Any clues? Bit daunted about the water/gas etc bills during the build!! Yikes!! Thanks to any replies Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verystormy Posted August 9, 2014 Report Share Posted August 9, 2014 You need a conveyencer. I am surprised the land agent didn't have someone they could recommend. The builders USIA ing have someone they can recommend. Yes, you pay gas, elec, water during the build. Also council rates - we just received this years rates bill for our build and it is about $1100. Who are you building with? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lou8670 Posted August 10, 2014 Report Share Posted August 10, 2014 This is interesting as just seen a block we like and I've no idea why the process is over here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Druid Posted August 10, 2014 Report Share Posted August 10, 2014 It's a settlement agent you need, same as a UK conveyancer, we used Bellmac Settlements in Clarkson, they were brilliant, everything is done by mails& e mail, you don't actually need to go see them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verystormy Posted August 10, 2014 Report Share Posted August 10, 2014 This is interesting as just seen a block we like and I've no idea why the process is over here! It's pretty simple. It is generally better if you have pre approval for the finance. That can even be a bargaining tool - when you put the offer in you can tell them you have pre approval and they are more likely to accept your offer. Once accepted, tell the bank and the agent and it is largely then sit back. Only head aces are if it isn't titled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lou8670 Posted August 10, 2014 Report Share Posted August 10, 2014 (edited) It's pretty simple. It is generally better if you have pre approval for the finance. That can even be a bargaining tool - when you put the offer in you can tell them you have pre approval and they are more likely to accept your offer. Once accepted, tell the bank and the agent and it is largely then sit back. Only head aces are if it isn't titled. Thanks @verystormy Say we have $$$ for the land but not all of the build costs; what would you advise? I'm thinking we should see if the agent will hold or sold subject to us exploring build costs. What do you think? Edited August 10, 2014 by Lou8670 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Druid Posted August 10, 2014 Report Share Posted August 10, 2014 Most land agents will hold the land for 5-7 days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suefrater Posted August 10, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2014 (edited) You need a conveyencer. I am surprised the land agent didn't have someone they could recommend. The builders USIA ing have someone they can recommend. Yes, you pay gas, elec, water during the build. Also council rates - we just received this years rates bill for our build and it is about $1100. Who are you building with? Hi VS We are building with Collier homes but we probably won't start a build until sometime next year because my other half has to leave work yet. We are waiting for our Contributory parent visa to come through which they reckon should be early next year. Ideally we'd like the house built before we emigrate...in an ideal world!! Edited August 10, 2014 by suefrater Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verystormy Posted August 10, 2014 Report Share Posted August 10, 2014 Thanks @verystormy Say we have $$$ for the land but not all of the build costs; why would you advise? I'm thinking we should see if the agent will hold or sold subject to us exploring build costs. What do you think? As per Druid they can only hold for a limited time. However, if you have the cash for a build then just grab it. Build costs will vary a bit on the area - country areas that are not on mains cost more. But on average I would say allow $250k for a totally finished house - not including gardens / landscaping. Most of the builders will be able to do a good single story build for this. We are paying $230k but that is fully inclusive and with some engineering costs that are our fault. Prices have increased a bit since so $250k should be a good max guide unless you want things like a pool included. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verystormy Posted August 10, 2014 Report Share Posted August 10, 2014 Hi VSWe are building with Collier homes but we probably won't start a build until sometime next year because my other half has to leave work yet. We are waiting for our Contributory parent visa to come through which they reckon should be early next year. Ideally we'd like the house built before we emigrate...in an ideal world!! I would wait and rent for 6 months. Just to makensure you are happy inn the area and things. Collier have a high reputation, but be VERY careful on location. Rural locations can result in a lot of hidden costs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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