Browse Forums Building A New House Re: Who else is building with Eden Brae? 14614Jun 22, 2017 2:41 pm What kind of discounts and upgrades would be best to ask? Do they offer the same value? Are monetory discounts better than upgrades? Re: Who else is building with Eden Brae? 14615Jun 22, 2017 6:20 pm Jayjay84 Hey guys did anyone get freebies when they signed their tender? Is it worth asking for? We weren't brave enough to ask for freebies at the tender presentation, our presenter was a bit 'to the letter' about the whole thing. But after finally getting everything we wanted down on paper (a couple of weeks after pres.) we asked for and received a discount. Was a decent amount, so we were happy. Probably easier for them to just give away upgrades, but just make sure that it is exactly what you want. Don't be scared to ask for an extension on signing the tender if you aren't completely happy or feel pressured. We had 3 weeks instead of 2 which just gave us an extra weekend of thinking time. They want your business, they don't want to scare you off. Ask for whatever you want, the worst they can say is no. Re: Who else is building with Eden Brae? 14616Jun 22, 2017 6:23 pm whichbuilder What kind of discounts and upgrades would be best to ask? Do they offer the same value? Are monetory discounts better than upgrades? Monetary discounts are not always better than upgrades. If you are on a budget sure, but it's about building value into your home if you are either an investor or a first home buyer maybe looking to move onto another property in a few years time. Finishing of the home is important as it will either help you sell at a higher price if you do the upgrades or at a lower price without the upgrades. If you put the two houses side by side at the same price but one with a better finishing and upgrade who would you choose? I think the answer would speak for itself. Kind Regards, Bruce "Building an Eden Brae Waldorf 50 in North Kellyville" Blog: http://waldorf50.blogspot.com.au A Mobile Solicitor at Wong & Horta Lawyers Website: http://www.whlawyers.com.au Re: Who else is building with Eden Brae? 14618Jun 23, 2017 12:22 am mikegrg1 By the way is the Christmas new year 3 week shutdown included in the build period? Or is it added on top of the building period? We asked verbally and were told it was included. But you should try to get it in writing because it's not clear in the contract. Note that although EBH's head office closes down for the 3 weeks, but some contractors still work throughout. We had brick contractors on site on New Year's Eve. Re: Who else is building with Eden Brae? 14619Jun 23, 2017 12:30 am wongbruce voz Hi Guys, I got an email from the Energy Provider today to sign up - builder has initiated it. Do I've to wait for the final plans to be ready and signed-off (or) should I sign up straight away? Advice from experiences please? And a stupid question - Will builder pay energy bills till hand over (or) is it my responsibility? Cheers! You are responsible for it as soon as the meter goes in Kind Regards, Bruce "Building an Eden Brae Waldorf 50 in North Kellyville" Blog: http://waldorf50.blogspot.com.au A Mobile Solicitor at Wong & Horta Lawyers Website: http://www.whlawyers.com.au Hi, When would we expect the bill? We're almost near completion and haven't seen a bill yet? Thanks Re: Who else is building with Eden Brae? 14620Jun 23, 2017 12:32 am emdee wongbruce voz Hi Guys, I got an email from the Energy Provider today to sign up - builder has initiated it. Do I've to wait for the final plans to be ready and signed-off (or) should I sign up straight away? Advice from experiences please? And a stupid question - Will builder pay energy bills till hand over (or) is it my responsibility? Cheers! You are responsible for it as soon as the meter goes in Kind Regards, Bruce "Building an Eden Brae Waldorf 50 in North Kellyville" Blog: http://waldorf50.blogspot.com.au A Mobile Solicitor at Wong & Horta Lawyers Website: http://www.whlawyers.com.au Hi, When would we expect the bill? We're almost near completion and haven't seen a bill yet? Thanks Well the question is, is there a meter installed yet? If not then you don't pay yet until they do. Kind Regards, Bruce "Building an Eden Brae Waldorf 50 in North Kellyville" Blog: http://waldorf50.blogspot.com.au A Mobile Solicitor at Wong & Horta Lawyers Website: http://www.whlawyers.com.au I built with EB back on 2009. Check out this thread on this forum. viewtopic.php?f=31&t=12911&p=154061#p154061 I can't speak for recent expericience however, we had no… 1 23268 A survey must’ve completed by a certified surveyor. This form part of every DA requirement 3 223610 |