Episode 125: 6 Key Steps to Get Ready for Building in 2026


22th December 2025 | 23m 24m

As 2025 wraps up, we look back at what’s shaped Melbourne’s building market this year - from buyer confidence and builder pricing to investor movement - and share 6 practical steps to get yourself ready for building in 2026.


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Timestamps:

3:15 - 2025 summary and current state of Melbourne market

12:48 - Step #1 - Get your finance ready

13:40 - Step #2 - Check builder reopening dates

14:40 - Step #3 - Review upcoming promotions

15:43 - Step #4 - Jump on Realestate.com.au or openlot.com.au or similar

17:32 - Step #5 - Shortlist your preferred estates & lots

20:13 - Step #6 - Choose your estate, builder and home design shortlist