HOMEBUILDER EXPLAINED

HOW YOU QUALIFY:

• $25,000 grants paid directly to eligible owner-occupiers (not just first home Buyers) to build new homes of substantially renovate existing homes
• Owner-occupiers must apply as individuals, not a company or trust
• Be Australian citizens aged over 18
• Meet two income caps- individuals earning under $125,000, couples earning under $200,000
• $25,000 grants to eligible individuals who enter into building contracts between June 4 and December 31
• Work must commence within three months of the contract date
• Building a new home as a principal place of residence valued up to $750,000 (including land)
• Substantially renovating existing home as a principal place of residence, with renovation valued at between $150,000 and $750,000. The home must be valued under $1.5m before renovations.
• Building work must be undertaken by a  licenced building contractor. The builder cannot be a relative of the property owner.
• Renovations can be a combination of works (kitchen, bathroom etc)

WHAT’S NOT ALLOWED

• Renovations must improve the accessibility, safety and liveability of the home. It cannot be used for swimming pools, tennis courts, outdoor spas and saunas, detached shed or garages
• Owner-builders and people seeking to build a new home or renovate an existing home as an investment property are ineligible

If you are not already investing, we can help you get started. It is never too late to make a good decision. Call 1300 828 636 or email us at [email protected] for an appointment now.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column]