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4 signs you’re first home ready

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We tell you the top 4 ways you can tell that you're first home ready. So, you know when it's time to build your first home with us.

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Building vs buying: What to look for in your new home

Building vs buying established. That's probably the age old question everyone will ask when you're looking at getting into your own home. We say, why would you want to buy someone else's home? When you can build your own home, exactly how you would like it and move in without having to lift a finger! Because that's what we do, make first homes happen for our #homesweethomebuyers.

Summer reading: Did someone say movie marathon?

There is no denying that 2021 was another tough year for us all. But as we move into the festive season and are kicking up our feet for some well-deserved time off and time with the fam. We thought we’d share some of our favourite binge worthy series and movies to sink into the couch with.
Starting with TV shows! Just one more episode, that’s what we all say to ourselves when it’s 3am but you just can’t get enough. Some of our faves this summer are.

Summer reading: sips and dips

As we all take some well deserved time off after another crazy year. What could be better than enjoying some of our beautiful natural surroundings and making the most of our gorgeous summer weather.

Wandering in Wellard

Just 35 minutes from the CBD, LWP's Oakebella estate in Wellard is a suburban gem. With access to the train line, parks and restaurants plus you're a short drive to the blue waters of the Cockburn Sound. It's the perfect place to start making your first home happen.

We've shared some of our top spots in the area. Stop by, grab a coffee and start exploring!

Finance do’s and don’ts to get you into your own home

Securing finance for your home can often seem to be the scariest part of the entire journey. Wondering will you get approved for a mortgage that covers your dream or will you have to spend a bit more time saving so you can start making your first home happen! Our friends, at Resolve Finance have given us their do's and don'ts to help you secure your home loan.

Spring cleaning with Tarina

Our fantastic interior decorator Tarina has shared some of her favourite spring cleaning products and her top items that she cannot live without in her new home. From organisation to the dreaded decluttering that often stops us all! She's covering it all to help all of our #homesweethomebuyers make the most out of the space in their new home.

Best days out in Byford

When starting your home building journey, you're thinking about location, location, location! It's all about where you're going to hang out, where the good places to eat out are. Lucky for us (and for you), Beenyup Grove has got it all! We've collected some of our favourite places in Byford to check out and for you to enjoy!

Britt and Josh: Building their first family home

Britt and Josh shared their journey towards their first family home with us. From exploring to display homes to finding their perfect home, the Hamlin. Our team helped make their first home happen.

First home journey: Lina’s story

Building your first home is a massive milestone in your life. It can be daunting taking that step into home ownership, but that's what we're here for, to make your first home happen. Lina shares her story of towards home ownership with Homebuyers Centre

My Home Plan: Luke & Candice Geerlings’ story

Saving for a deposit stopping you from your home ownership dreams? My Home Plan can help.
This is Luke & Candice Geerlings’ Story of how they became #homesweethomebuyers with the help of My Home Plan.

Landscaping tips with Daniel: The next stage

Now you've covered the planning and preparation steps of your new outdoor space. Daniel is back with more tips to get the most out of your garden.

From reticulation and watering to your backyard lighting. We're sure you'll have the best looking garden in the street after following Dans tips.

Landscape tips with Daniel: Planning and prep

Your outdoor space is an extension of the new home you've just built. So the planning never really stops.

If you've got a green hand or can't keep a cactus alive (like us ?). Daniel (@landscape_ideasperth) has given us all the tips and tricks to get the most out of our gardens and how you can make sure they look luscious all year round!