The AptSide Blog
Practical advice for Australians buying land and building their first home.
You've bought land in Victoria — now what? Here's exactly what to do next, from understanding your block to choosing a builder and finding house designs that fit.
Read guideChoosing a builder in Victoria is about more than the base price. Here's exactly how to compare volume builders on inclusions, site costs, build times, contracts, and reviews — so you don't get caught out after you sign.
Read guideNot sure whether to build single or double storey in Victoria? Here's how to decide based on your block size, budget, lifestyle, and long-term goals.
Read guideA 12.5m wide block is one of the most common lot sizes in Melbourne's growth corridors. Here's what house designs fit, how setbacks affect your options, and which builders have the best 12.5m designs.
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