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As we all know, building a new home is a significant investment. It is often the largest investment most people make in their life. So if you’re going to be spending a lot of money, it pays to be smart about it.
Planning for your new home build? Get start with our step-by-step guide with helpful tips. Read our blog to find out more.
Have you been thinking about getting your first home? When it comes to first home buyers, a key decisive factor in whether to enter the new home market depends on saving up for a deposit. This could sometimes take years before realising the home ownership dream.
The Benefits of Buying a Headstart House & Land Package can be far and wide. Read all about how to go about getting your dream house built on your peace of NZ land.
Has anyone said to you, “building a new home isn’t for the faint hearted” and then in contrast another says, “we’ve had an awesome build experience and are rapt with our new home.” So, how can one person’s experience be so different from another?
So many things to think about, where do you start! Our team at Headstart Homes is here to help from the outset to make sure the process runs smoothly and is an enjoyable experience for you. Let’s take a look at things to be considered when choosing a section.
So many things to think about, where do you start! Our team at Headstart Homes is here to help from the outset to make sure the process runs smoothly and is an enjoyable experience for you. Let’s take a look at things to be considered when choosing a section.
When it comes to purchasing a new home many deliberate on whether to buy an existing home or build a brand new one. Finding an existing home that suits your needs can be tricky, however Headstart Homes are dedicated to helping you find the perfect new home uniquely tailored to fit your needs and budget.
Our team at Headstart Homes appreciates that building a home is one of the biggest and most exciting purchases you will make in your lifetime. We have been building quality master-built homes in the Canterbury region for well over 30 years and can assure you that your building experience will not only be enjoyable, but the outcome will exceed your dreams!
This year the NZ Govt has increased the standards of the New Zealand building Code to ensure Kiwi homes are warmer, healthier and drier. This is a fantastic change that is well overdue! It’s been 18 years since the last update of the building code.
As we are more than half way through the year, you might start to reflect on what you have set out to do, or haven’t yet had a chance to do. If you’ve been thinking about building your first home, it’s not too late at all! In fact, this is a great time to start planning as we head towards the end of the year. When it comes to building your first home, choosing the right builder is key to a successful journey, so why should you choose Heastart Homes? Let us share our thoughts with you:
The experience of buying a home is one of the largest purchases people make in a lifetime, especially if you are planning to build your own home. While we’re in an age where everyone is looking for value for money, quality should not be a compromise! At Headstart Homes, we aim to keep ours high, here’s how:
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Building your own home has the advantage of allowing you to customise, add, and maximise storage spaces – right from the start. Here are some clever storage ideas to incorporate into your new home design...
Floors cover your entire home and is often one of the most challenging choices new homeowners face when it comes to building their first home. Whilst it will mostly come down to personal preferences, with the wide and varied options available – from hard to soft, natural to synthetic – it can still feel rather overwhelming when it comes to decision time. Here are some tips for choosing the right flooring for your home:
When we meet someone for the first time, you want to give a good “first impression”. Like people, our Homes can also give a first impression – this is also known as the “Street Appeal”. At first sight, you want your new home to impress, to have the ‘wow’ factor. So how do you go about maximising street appeal?
When it comes to narrow lot design, space is a high priority, so don’t waste it! Headstart Homes offers a range of new home designs specifically suited to smaller sections with floorplans skilfully designed to maximise space and maintain a sense of openness to avoid feeling hemmed in.
If you’ve already chosen a section in a perfect location, then the next step is to choose a design that best suits your section and meets all your lifestyle requirements. Your section and floor plan should complement each other and
Kiwis are renowned for their sense of adventure and love for the outdoors. This is very much reflected in new home designs featuring outdoor alfresco areas perfectly placed for entertaining family and friends
Choosing your house design is one of the most exciting phases of building a new home. Essentially the key attributes of a great home include liveability, functionality, convenience, comfort and style.
When looking for a new home, many deliberate whether or not to buy an existing property or build it from scratch. While both options offer pros and cons, building a home has the upper hand regarding the value for money, long-term benefits and convenience.
Purchasing your first home or an investment property that you can rent and earn extra income through is a great way to protect your wealth. Investing in the property market is one of the most secure and sustainable methods to grow your portfolio.
Buying your first home is one of the largest investments you’ll ever make in a lifetime. While this is an exciting journey, the experience is not always positive for many first home buyers. This is especially the case when it comes to building a brand-new home.
Here at Headstart Homes, we understand that building a new home is a large commitment, both financially and emotionally. While building the perfect home of your dreams should be the end goal, it might not always be possible due to budget constraints.
As the cost of land and building is on the rise by the minute, this has meant the size of modern homes is on the fall. However, just because the square meterage of your home is decreasing, that doesn’t mean the quality of living should too!
The humble garage in a home is often the ‘forgotten’ space that is under utilised except for parking your car or storing unwanted items (left there to be further ‘forgotten’!). However, there is much more to the garage than most people think. When it comes to building your own home, it is important to carefully consider the layout and inclusions of the garage. Start with the sizing to allow yourself more room to work with. For example, while a standard double garage can accommodate two cars, it leaves little space for other purposes. Adding a third or a half garage allows you the freedom to be more creative, you’ll be surprised at how much a difference a 3rd or even a 2.5 garage can make!
Building a new home is a substantial investment and therefore it’s vital you get it right! Unfortunately, the dream of home ownership can turn into a stressful and expensive nightmare if finances aren’t controlled carefully.
A new home comes complete with a range of features and finishes that are included in the base price. These inclusions may differ from one builder to another and can vary depending on the design of each home. Headstart Homes’ standard inclusions provide new home buyers great value for money, without compromising on quality and lifestyle convenience. We also offer total flexibility to ensure clients can enhance specific features and inclusions in their home to meet their individual needs and budget.