Can You Trust the Building Industry in 2025? What investors need to know?

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Sick of the same old property myths and bad advice? So are we. The Follio Property Podcast delivers real talk on the Australian property market, cutting through the noise to give you insights and education that actually matters. Hosted by property experts Lachlan Delahunty and Reece Beddall, we break down the latest market trends, expose industry topics, and give you the information needed to make smarter property decisions. Whether you're buying your first home, building a portfolio or just trying to make sense of the market, we've got you covered.

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Can You Trust the Building Industry in 2025? What investors need to know? | Ep 28 ft. Alastair Harris

The Follio Property Podcast

25 minutes 19 seconds

1 month ago

Can You Trust the Building Industry in 2025? What investors need to know? | Ep 28 ft. Alastair Harris

In this episode, we’re joined by Alastair Harris, industry veteran and Director of Builder’s Choice, with over 25 years of experience across the construction and property space.

The boys dive into one of the most important questions facing buyers and investors right now – can you trust the building industry in 2025?

From post-COVID changes and land shortages to the First Home Buyer Scheme and the rise of builder brokers, Alastair shares insider insights into how the building industry really works and what’s changed for the better.

They further discuss:* How to choose a builder you can actually trust* Why the Perth building market is set for another surge* The impact of the First Home Buyer Scheme and government grants* Why are some Perth pockets are cheaper to build than buy* How investors are using new builds to create instant equity

Whether you’re a first-home buyer looking to build or an investor chasing strong returns, this episode gives you an unfiltered look at the new build industry in 2025 – what’s working, what’s not, and where the biggest opportunities lie.

Timestamps:00:00 Introduction01:02 Can You Trust the Building Industry in 2025?04:24 Perth’s Growing Land Shortage06:00 The Impact of the First Home Buyer Scheme07:49 What Exactly Is a Builder Broker?09:30 Why More People Are Turning to Builder Brokers10:55 How to Choose the Right Builder13:51 How Builders Get Paid (and What to Watch For)19:21 The Shortage of Qualified Trades in 202522:06 The Best Perth Areas for New Build Investments

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