🧠 House and land packages - everything you need to know

House and land packages are a growing segment in the property market and a popular way for Australians to enter the housing market. However, it can be challenging to understand whether this type of property is right for you and your pretty goals and circumstance. On this episode, Buyer’s Agents Pete Wargent and Amy Lunardi will discuss what you should consider and deep dive into the pros and cons of house and land packages from purchasing your own home to an investment property.

On this episode of the Australian Property Podcast:

How to define a house and land package

House and land packages - your home versus an investment

If you are buying your home: 

Pros 

• Cheaper option 
• Brand new, more accommodation 
• Lock in land price now, build later 
• Less stamp duty
• Making changes to design/customisation 
• FHOG 

Drawbacks

• Lifestyle: Amenity, distance from CBD 
• Finance risk: delays to title, land value goes down, circumstances changing, build cost goes up
• Unexpected costs 
• Builder risk
• Lengthy delays 

If you are an investor: 

Benefits. Why do people invest in properties that aren’t built yet?

• Depreciation benefits from a new property
• Easier to rent out
• May make some capital gain if the land and build cost is less than the final value

Drawbacks: 

• Also, less scarcity, less amenity 

Considerations when thinking about purchasing a house and land package

• Where to start
• Location? Fringe greenfield estates? Almost by definition, H&L packages are often in locations which are being developed and where land isn’t scarce. Walkability to amenities, transport, cafes, restaurants etc.?
• How long will it take?Current rates are up to 24 months. On average 22 months per PropTrack data. 
• Is the developer reputable? Insolvencies in the construction / developer industry are currently rather high
• Is it a fixed price? What are the risks of overruns and hidden extras?
• How will you finance the deal?
• Is it safer simply to buy an established property?
• Are there incentives for investing in a new property? Stamp duty exemptions etc. First homebuyer gents etc. 
• Rules and regulations for building and approvals needed 

Australian Property Podcast resources:

• Rask Events Roadshow: https://www.rask.com.au/road
• Australian Property Podcast online - videos, notes & resources
• Ask a question
• Chris' mortgage broking
• Amy's new property course
• Amy's 100-point checklist (PDF)
• Pete Wargent's property coaching
• Join Owen's Rask Core  membership for $0.99

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This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser.

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