Here is the surprising truth about property investment.

In many areas, it genuinely now costs the same or even less to build a new property than to buy an existing one.

With build prices stabilising and property prices still climbing in many regions, twenty twenty six could be the year that flips the script.

In fact, in a growing number of locations, building brand new is now costing the same, even less than buying established.

Who knew?

Add in better tenant appeal, depreciation, warranties.

It’s no wonder that more investors are taking another look at a new build property.

Hello, everyone.

I am Kate Hill, and if you are ready to build real wealth through very smart and no nonsense property decisions, then you are absolutely in the right place.

So let’s dive on into it.

Today we are gonna discuss that, ask and answer the question, is now a right time to build a new property?

Like I’ve said, the surprising truth.

In many areas, and I wanna repeat this, it costs less or the same to build a brand new property than to buy an existing one.

Why is that?

Established homes have surged in prices due to ultra low supply.

Meanwhile, construction costs are stabilising, and land remains affordable in select growth corridors.

It means that for the same price or less, you can build a modern home, fully compliant and tenant ready with less ongoing maintenance, and often with better rental returns and much, much better cash flow outcomes for you.

So let’s break down again the real benefits of a brand new build.

You choose the location and the floor plan layout.

You’re not relying on what somebody else has done.

You’re getting a fresh modern home that tenants love.

Think open plan ducted air butler’s pantry.

You get builder warranties for peace of mind.

You get low maintenance, no hidden issues, no surprise repairs.

You get all the depreciation benefits, claimable deductions that older homes just do not offer.

You get better better energy ratings and lower bills, which equals very, very happy tenants.

It’s no secret that the building industry went through the ringer a little bit between twenty twenty one and twenty three.

Delays, cost blowouts, builder collapses.

But things have changed.

In twenty twenty six, build costs are gonna level out.

Time lines are improving.

There’s more accountability across the industry.

Reforms have weeded out some of the weaker operators.

More builders are competing for projects, which means more choice and better quality.

Governments have also fast tracked, finally, some land releases and zoning reform in some growth areas, which opens up new opportunities.

If you are finding my content helpful, then please hit subscribe.

I’m sharing many strategies and insights to help you grow long term wealth through smart property investing, and I would just really appreciate it.

So building isn’t just about saving on the purchase price, of course.

It is about structuring your investment for success.

You’re gonna get staggered payments across the land and the build stages.

It makes cash flow more manageable.

You’re making massive stamp duty savings, and this helps fund those holding costs for the project while you’re building.

You can lock in today’s land prices and benefit from capital growth by the time the build is finished, if you’ve bought in the right location.

You’re not buying somebody else’s problems or bad decisions.

You are designing the asset from the ground up.

You attract high quality tenants looking for comfort, space, and low roaming costs.

Seriously, why it’s just a no brainer.

Yes. There are risks with any build, but most are manageable with the right support.

Delays can still happen, so we choose builders with a track record and secure contracts.

Building cash buffers just like you would with an established property.

Site costs can blow out if you’re not careful.

So you wanna get fixed price where possible.

Planning and approvals can take a little bit of time, so we need to factor this into the strategy.

With a good team behind you, including independent advisors, then you can avoid a lot of common traps.

In twenty twenty six, the case for building is strong and in many markets you’ll spend the same or less and end up with a better quality asset.

Add in tax perks, low maintenance, strong rental demand, and it’s honestly, to me, clear that building isn’t just a backup plan.

It could be the smartest move that you make this whole decade.

Thank you so much for watching, everyone, if you’re still here.

If you are serious about building real wealth through smart and well researched property decisions, then do stick around on the channel.

Have a bit of a look around.

There is a lot to support your journey, and I will see you in the next video.

Bye.

Here is the surprising truth about property investment.

In many areas, it genuinely now costs the same or even less to build a new property than to buy an existing one.

With build prices stabilising and property prices still climbing in many regions, twenty twenty six could be the year that flips the script.

In fact, in a growing number of locations, building brand new is now costing the same, even less than buying established.

Who knew?

Add in better tenant appeal, depreciation, warranties.

It’s no wonder that more investors are taking another look at a new build property.

Hello, everyone.

I am Kate Hill, and if you are ready to build real wealth through very smart and no nonsense property decisions, then you are absolutely in the right place.

So let’s dive on into it.

Today we are gonna discuss that, ask and answer the question, is now a right time to build a new property?

Like I’ve said, the surprising truth.

In many areas, and I wanna repeat this, it costs less or the same to build a brand new property than to buy an existing one.

Why is that?

Established homes have surged in prices due to ultra low supply.

Meanwhile, construction costs are stabilising, and land remains affordable in select growth corridors.

It means that for the same price or less, you can build a modern home, fully compliant and tenant ready with less ongoing maintenance, and often with better rental returns and much, much better cash flow outcomes for you.

So let’s break down again the real benefits of a brand new build.

You choose the location and the floor plan layout.

You’re not relying on what somebody else has done.

You’re getting a fresh modern home that tenants love.

Think open plan ducted air butler’s pantry.

You get builder warranties for peace of mind.

You get low maintenance, no hidden issues, no surprise repairs.

You get all the depreciation benefits, claimable deductions that older homes just do not offer.

You get better better energy ratings and lower bills, which equals very, very happy tenants.

It’s no secret that the building industry went through the ringer a little bit between twenty twenty one and twenty three.

Delays, cost blowouts, builder collapses.

But things have changed.

In twenty twenty six, build costs are gonna level out.

Time lines are improving.

There’s more accountability across the industry.

Reforms have weeded out some of the weaker operators.

More builders are competing for projects, which means more choice and better quality.

Governments have also fast tracked, finally, some land releases and zoning reform in some growth areas, which opens up new opportunities.

If you are finding my content helpful, then please hit subscribe.

I’m sharing many strategies and insights to help you grow long term wealth through smart property investing, and I would just really appreciate it.

So building isn’t just about saving on the purchase price, of course.

It is about structuring your investment for success.

You’re gonna get staggered payments across the land and the build stages.

It makes cash flow more manageable.

You’re making massive stamp duty savings, and this helps fund those holding costs for the project while you’re building.

You can lock in today’s land prices and benefit from capital growth by the time the build is finished, if you’ve bought in the right location.

You’re not buying somebody else’s problems or bad decisions.

You are designing the asset from the ground up.

You attract high quality tenants looking for comfort, space, and low roaming costs.

Seriously, why it’s just a no brainer.

Yes. There are risks with any build, but most are manageable with the right support.

Delays can still happen, so we choose builders with a track record and secure contracts.

Building cash buffers just like you would with an established property.

Site costs can blow out if you’re not careful.

So you wanna get fixed price where possible.

Planning and approvals can take a little bit of time, so we need to factor this into the strategy.

With a good team behind you, including independent advisors, then you can avoid a lot of common traps.

In twenty twenty six, the case for building is strong and in many markets you’ll spend the same or less and end up with a better quality asset.

Add in tax perks, low maintenance, strong rental demand, and it’s honestly, to me, clear that building isn’t just a backup plan.

It could be the smartest move that you make this whole decade.

Thank you so much for watching, everyone, if you’re still here.

If you are serious about building real wealth through smart and well researched property decisions, then do stick around on the channel.

Have a bit of a look around.

There is a lot to support your journey, and I will see you in the next video.

Bye.

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