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The Enthusiast Lab

Mr Enthusiast

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2 weeks ago

Welcome to Episode 69 of The Enthusiast Lab! In this episode, we’re back with Maddison from Oui Finance — our trusted finance partner — for a deeper look at the real role of your broker and how much work goes into getting your loan over the line. If you’re planning to build and want to know what Maddie does, how she helps clients navigate the finance maze, and what you can expect when you work with her — this is your behind-the-scenes pass. This episode is all about the real work that happ...

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Welcome to Episode 69 of The Enthusiast Lab! In this episode, we’re back with Maddison from Oui Finance — our trusted finance partner — for a deeper look at the real role of your broker and how much work goes into getting your loan over the line. If you’re planning to build and want to know what Maddie does, how she helps clients navigate the finance maze, and what you can expect when you work with her — this is your behind-the-scenes pass. This episode is all about the real work that happ...

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Episode 69 - Inside the Loan Process: What Really Happens with Your Broker

Welcome to Episode 69 of The Enthusiast Lab! In this episode, we’re back with Maddison from Oui Finance — our trusted finance partner — for a deeper look at the real role of your broker and how much work goes into getting your loan over the line. If you’re planning to build and want to know what Maddie does, how she helps clients navigate the finance maze, and what you can expect when you work with her — this is your behind-the-scenes pass. This episode is all about the real work that happ...

2 weeks ago

26 minutes

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Episode 68 - The NEW First Home Guarantee Scheme

Welcome to Episode 68 of the Enthusiast Lab! Big changes are coming for first home buyers in Australia — and they kick off October 1st. In this episode of The Enthusiast Lab, we’re joined by Maddison from Oui Finance — our go-to mortgage broker — to unpack the new First Home Buyers Guarantee rolling out nationwide. This new scheme could be a game-changer for buyers who are ready to build but struggling with deposit hurdles. Maddison breaks down what the guarantee actually means, who’s elig...

1 month ago

30 minutes

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Episode 67 - Q&A Live

Welcome to Episode 67 of The Enthusiast Lab! In this episode, Nik and Julia jump into a no-filter Q&A, answering real questions sent in by our Instagram community. We streamed part of it live on Instagram — but this is the full, "uncut" version. From common build concerns to client-specific scenarios, budgeting questions and questions about interstate building, there's plenty of information here to digest! Whether you’re about to start your building journey or just love a bit of behind-th...

1 month ago

56 minutes

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Special Guest 12 - Khyra & Andy

Imagine building your dream home… and loving the process so much you do it again. And again. Welcome to episode 67 of The Enthusiast Lab! In this episode we sit down with Khyra and Andy, a couple who’ve now built three homes with Mr Enthusiast — and are already wrapping up their latest one as this episode goes live. They share their full journey — from the first build to where they are now — and reveal why they wouldn’t trust anyone else with something as big as creating their dream ...

2 months ago

52 minutes

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Episode 66 - Tips for future Sales Consultants & Building Brokers

Thinking about jumping into the world of building broking or new home sales? This one’s for you. In this episode, the team shares what it’s really like starting out in the industry — the challenges, the lessons, and the things they wish they knew on day one. Whether you're just curious about the role or already taking your first steps, you’ll hear straight-up, practical tips to help you grow your confidence, build your skills, and thrive in this rewarding space. It’s not all about scripts a...

2 months ago

53 minutes

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Episode 65 - The Builder You’ve Never Heard Of — Until Now!

Welcome to episode 65 of The Enthusiast Lab! What if one of the most unique builders in WA wasn’t even advertising? In this episode of The Enthusiast Lab, we sit down with Daniel from Move Homes — a builder that doesn’t market to the public, doesn’t rely on walk-ins, and yet consistently delivers top-tier homes across Perth. We talk about what makes them so different, why we partnered up in 2025, and how their unique model is helping clients build faster, smarter, and often with better ...

3 months ago

53 minutes

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Episode 64 – Where Can You Actually Build in 2025?

Welcome to episode 64 of The Enthusiast Lab! In this episode, we’re unpacking one of the biggest questions we get asked: “Where should I be looking to build in 2025?” We talk through real suburbs where we’re currently building, what’s still available, and how your budget impacts where you can (and can’t) go. From coastal builds to custom homes in the hills, we share what’s working, what’s getting expensive, and what we’d personally do if we were starting our build journey now. We also c...

3 months ago

26 minutes

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Special Guest 11 - Riley Day

Welcome to our Eleventh Special Guest Episode of The Enthusiast Lab! In Special Guest episodes we interview someone who is either building or have built a home and discuss their build journey. From first impressions to overall experience, we deep dive into what it feels like to build a home straight from the client’s point of view. In today’s episode our special guest is Riley Day, who is a Mr Enthusiast client who built his home in Brabham, WA. This episode is a lot more relax...

3 months ago

48 minutes

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Episode 63 – How to Get Started: Finance (Revised)

Welcome back to The Enthusiast Lab! 🎙️ We’re taking it back to where it all began — but with a fresh 2025 twist. In this revamped take on our very first episode, we dive into the essential money matters you need to know before starting your build journey. From understanding different types of employment, to realistic timeframes, managing debt, loans, savings, and more — this episode is your go-to guide to getting financially ready to build. Whether you're just dreaming or already deep in plan...

4 months ago

32 minutes

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Episode 62 - Doors 4 Pawz

Welcome to episode 62 of The Enthusiast Lab, In today's episode we have a special guest – Mike & Denise, husband and wife team from Doors 4 Pawz. They have jumped on the podcast today to talk about their company, and what they have to offer, and what considerations you should make prior to purchasing a pet door! We hope you find this episode fun and useful either for yourself or for your family and friends who have furry little friends! Doors 4 Pawz contact info below: Website – ht...

4 months ago

1 hour 11 minutes

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Episode 61 - Winging it only Works for so Long

Welcome to episode 61 of The Enthusiast Lab, In this candid episode, we pull back the curtain on our journey of running Mr Enthusiast, openly admitting how often we've found ourselves "winging it" throughout our nine-year business journey. Now, we're actively seeking ways to stop improvising and add intentional structure to our operations. We share our struggles with managing the numerous moving parts involved in growing the business, deciding on future goals, and determining the sequence of ...

5 months ago

49 minutes

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Episode 60 - The Emotional Rollercoaster: Building Solo as a FIFO Worker

Welcome to episode 60 of The Enthusiast Lab, In this special follow-up episode, we welcome my younger brother David onto the podcast to share his personal experiences of building a home while navigating life as a solo FIFO (Fly-In-Fly-Out) worker. With David now nearing the end of the admin stage and ready to start construction, we dive deeply into the emotional and mental challenges he's faced on this journey. David candidly discusses the unique struggles of FIFO life, including maintaining ...

5 months ago

47 minutes

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Episode 59 - Prestart Items We Upgraded for a Family Members Build

Welcome to episode 59 of The Enthusiast Lab, In today's episode we decided to have a look into David’s prestart VO and see what we opted to upgrade. David is Julias younger brother and we talked about the upgrades he made in prestart and why. We hope you found this topic helpful and helps you make a more educated decision on when you start looking into building. Let's Meet in Person: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/60min Let's Chat: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/quick-phone-ch...

6 months ago

40 minutes

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Episode 58 - Kingsford at Bullsbook

Welcome to episode 58 of The Enthusiast Lab, In today's episode we have a special guest – Ryan Milroy the Land Estate Manager for Kingsford in Bullsbrook. He’s jumped onboard to chat about what’s up and coming to Bullsbrook and an overview of the land and community they are developing. We hope you found this topic helpful and helps you make a more educated decision on when you start looking into building. Kingsford contact info below: Website – https://www.kingsford.com.au/ Email...

6 months ago

37 minutes

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Episode 57 - Stages of Land Development

Welcome to episode 57 of The Enthusiast Lab, In today's episode we have a special guest – Ryan Milroy the Land Estate Manager for Kingsford in Bullsbrook. He’s jumped onboard to chat about the stages of land development. We took a deep dive into the land aspect of building and covered the main stages of land development – from virgin land all the way through to the blocks completed ready to be titled. That's it for today's episode! We hope you found this topic helpful and helps you make...

7 months ago

34 minutes

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Episode 56 – Rant with Nik

Welcome to episode 56 of The Enthusiast Lab, In today's episode we decided to just spit yarn about what’s happening in the industry, what’s happening in the market, what’s happening in our lives and other general business. We discussed house and land package amounts, the recent rate drop, new builder who we have partnered with and other cool items that were just a little too small for a full episode. We hope you found this topic helpful and helps you make a more educated decision on when you ...

7 months ago

41 minutes

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Episode 55 – The value of going through Mr Enthusiast; The Service & Difference.

Welcome to episode 55 of The Enthusiast Lab! In today’s episode, we highlight the value of working with Mr. Enthusiast and the unique services we offer that set us apart in the home building world. We cover: Who We Are: We have 8 years in the building industry and we’re builder brokers, serving clients in Perth and Adelaide.The Mr. Enthusiast Difference: From admin updates to helping navigate the construction process, we’re here to support you every step of the way.Our Services: We offer tips...

8 months ago

48 minutes

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Episode 54 - What is a building broker?

Welcome to episode 54 of The Enthusiast Lab! In today’s episode, we dive into the world of builder brokers—what they are, how they work, and why you might want to consider using one for your next home build. We discuss: •What is a Builder Broker? We explain how builder brokers partner with multiple builders to offer you a range of options, much like how a buyer’s advocate works in real estate. •The Process of Finding a Builder: You can go directly to a builder or use a broker to compare pri...

8 months ago

43 minutes

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Episode 53 - Questions WE ask the builder

Welcome to episode 53 of The Enthusiast Lab! In today’s episode, we dive into the key questions we ask a builder before considering if we want them on our panel of builders. We explore everything from timelines and pricing to design options and more. We cover: Admin and Construction Timeframes: What are the typical timeframes for both admin and construction? Plus, how do guarantees and terms play into this process?Price Hold Guarantee: We break down how price hold guarantees work as well deep...

9 months ago

1 hour

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Special Guest 10 - Tom Baker

Welcome to our tenth Special Guest Episode of The Enthusiast Lab!In Special Guest episodes we interview someone who is either building or have built a home and discuss their build journey. From first impressions to overall experience, we deep dive into what it feels like to build a home straight from the client’s point of view. In today’s episode our special guest is Tom Baker, who is a Mr Enthusiast client who built an investment home in Bullsbrook, WA. As a little reference;...

9 months ago

34 minutes