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Buy a New Home and Find Out What’s New at North Harbour this 2018

How to buy a home in 2018!

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If you’re considering buying a home this year, you’ll probably have already researched property prices and what’s going on in the property market but what else should you be doing in preparation? Three things Domain.com.au recommends are 1) researching the local area, 2) making sure your finance is in place and 3) getting legal advice sorted before making your big decision. The Queensland Government’s website also has a great guide on “how to buy a home in 2018” here which is especially helpful for first home buyers as it includes info on the First Home Buyers Grant.

Building a home in a development like North Harbour is an extremely attractive option for those looking to move this year. Why build? Well building your home means you can get exactly what you need from the start of your home owning journey. No need to spend on renovations or competing against other buyers – just choose your block, design your home or choose from the designs of one of our display village builders and get ready to move into the northside’s best new development. There are lots of designs to choose from, as you’ll see from our Display Village of 35 homes, with a lot of exciting styles and layouts on offer.

We’re currently selling from Stage 20. Stage 20 is located adjacent to the Raff Creek eco-corridor and Reflections Park. The Raff Creek eco-corridor is a beautiful, forested area of natural beauty which will be protected in perpetuity and we’re very pleased to be able to open access to Raff Creek for our residents and visitors to enjoy.

Reflections Park opened in October 2017 and includes a double picnic shelter, tricycle / scooter path, bikeway path, BBQs, access to the Raff Creek eco-corridor and play equipment suitable for young children including a two-seat swing, spinner, slide, climbing wall and mega tower. Fitness stations and water fountains will be added this year. Reflections Park is also the home of Sunrise Yoga in the Park, a free event held every Sunday at 7am.

Stage 20 is also close to our third park, Riparian Park, which will include play equipment aimed at older kids such as a flying fox and basketball half court and shelters, BBQs and fitness equipment.  Riparian Park will start construction in early 2018 for completion in mid-2018.

Prices in Stage 20 start from $234,000 with lot sizes ranging from 400 sqm up to 723 sqm. We also have some availability in previous stages:

New Home at North Harbour this 2018

Stage 13A: Lot 421, 721 m² at $289,250. Large block in the already established part of the development. The block is shaped to offer privacy from the road and has more than enough space for a pool.

Stage 16:

Lot 474.  400 m² at $238,000 located across the road from the Raff Creek eco-corridor.

Lot 490.  535 m² at $259,000.  Spacious corner block ideal for a double storey and a corner lot which allows for side access for a trailer or boat.

Stage 15:

Lot 1448.  533 m²  at $261,500.  Spacious corner block across the road from the Raff Creek eco-corridor. This is a designated dual occupancy block which means you can choose to locate your driveway on either side of the corner or build a double storey dual occupancy home – ideal for inter-generational living.

Lot 459:  576 m² at $287,000.  Gorgeous traditional block offering north-south orientation with alfresco living on the northern side on a quiet cul de sac so no through-traffic.

Oasis 32 Contemporary Facade

What’s New at North Harbour

In a positive move for the North Harbour community, Moreton Bay Regional Council, with Unity Water, has agreed to manage erosion on the northern bank of the proposed marina site along the Caboolture River and that North Harbour will manage erosion on the southern bank. Whilst this does not mean that the proposed marina is approved, it is a good step forward in working with the council to make this much wanted project happen. Read the full story here.

And Finally…Keep Fit for 2018!

North Harbour parkrun: 7am every Saturday

Free and fun, North Harbour parkrun is a great way to get out and enjoy some fresh air and wide open spaces. Whether you walk, jog or run – it’s a great way to exercise for the whole family. https://www.facebook.com/northharbourparkrun/

Sunrise Yoga in the Park, 7am every Sunday

Yoga is the ultimate way to bring yourself into a life of Health and relaxation assisting in the natural and calming repair of the mind body and spirit. If you have struggled with committing to your health and wellbeing New Year’s resolutions in the past year, Yoga is the stepping stone for you. Yoga is for everyone – men, women, children and the elderly.

Various styles of yoga combine physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation or relaxation.

Take the journey inward start your New Resolution with Yoga in the Park at North Harbour. https://www.facebook.com/sunriseyogainthepark/

Bootcamps – Weekly Programme with Cam Smith – click here to find out more

Cam’s New Year’s Tips. Get into your training and eating habits early! Most people will hold off for a few weeks and this causes them to fall behind. It is Summer, you don’t need to eat all the warm puddings and pies for deserts. Substitute it with cold fruit. Get yourself a small group of friends or family members and make a pact to grind it out together. No one is to let each other down no matter what! Be consistent with food diaries, this will be a wakeup call to you and show you what aspects of your diet need improvement. Get active with your kids, this may mean going for walks with them or even kicking a ball down at the park. It’s enjoyable physical activity and you don’t even realise it’s exercise! Block out time in your day to dedicate it to exercise and make no excuses to bail out. If you’re a midweek drinker, it’s time to stop drinking midweek and leave it to weekends. Alcohol has plenty of calories and if you remove these you’ll feel a lot healthier in a minimal amount of time. Don’t try and make drastic changes straight away. Progressive changes are more successful in the long-run Ask for advice, ask to be educated. Education goes along way when achieving goals, always look for ways to improve yourself and your lifestyle. 4 M’s: Maintain Momentum to Maximise results in Minimal Time!

That’s it from us for this week – have a good one ????

North Harbour Sales and Information Centre & Display Village are open every day from 10am-5pm. To discuss how to buy a home in 2018 at North Harbour sign up for our email and SMS updates and find us on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/northharbour/. For more information please contact us.

*Any product pricing and availability referenced in this or other North Harbour articles are accurate at the date of initial publication and are subject to change at any time without notice.  Please contact the North Harbour sales team for further information.

 

Discover Why North Harbour is a Great Place to Call Home

Welcome to the first North Harbour Blog for 2018! This week we’ll be reviewing why North Harbour is such an excellent choice for buyers, how the process of purchasing in our new development works and what to look for when you’re entering the property market for the first time.

House and Land Packages in 2018

House and Land Packages in 2018

North Harbour’s Display Village is home to 14 local and national builders who have chosen our development to showcase some of their designs across 35 show homes. We offer a variety of lots sizes and property prices to suit everyone from large and small families, to those looking to downsize, investors and more.

If you’re looking at house and land packages in 2018, you might have some queries about how the purchasing process works. Firstly, an explanation of terms: A house and land package is something created by North Harbour and our builder partners as a guide for buyers. You purchase the each separately, the land from the developer (North Harbour) and the home from the builder of your choice. You don’t have to choose the house which has been “packaged” it is simply created to give you an idea of what can be achieved on that type of block. When it comes to purchasing, the ideal timeline is as follows:

Step 1: Visit the North Harbour Sales Office and Display Village and review our available land for purchase. Once you have chosen your block we will hold it for 48 hours without deposit. After two days we will call you to confirm that you wish to proceed.  If you want to go ahead, we will ask you for some further details (full names of buyers and your solicitor) to enable us to prepare the contract.  An appointment is made to sign the offer to purchase in the following week when all parties are available. After the buyer/s have completed the offer to purchase, it is then signed by the Developer (us) and sent to our solicitor.  At this point the $5000 deposit is payable.

Things to note in Step 1: North Harbour as the developer sells the land (block). Once you have chosen your block you then need to choose the style of house you would like to put on there – you can do this by choosing one of our pre-approved house packages and building with one of our Display Village builders or you are free to choose a different builder. BUT any home you choose must adhere to the North Harbour design guidelines and must be suitable for your block (info is available here).

House packages come with a variety of inclusions from basic requirements up to marble benchtops and top of the range cookers. Each builder offers a range of different packages to suit a range of needs and budgets.

Step 2: The purchaser has 28 days to secure finance. You will need to speak to a mortgage advisor or your chosen bank to secure finance. If finance is declined, the $5,000 deposit is fully refundable. $5,000 is held in Trust with our solicitor until settlement – which will occur 28 days after registration.

Step 3: Registration normally takes place 3 – 5 months after the release of a new stage (we sell our land in stages and are currently selling from stage 20). Registration can be delayed due to bad weather affecting the civil works and is also subject to council approval timelines.  Once registration is through council, it can then go to titles office to register.  Once registered, we will call the buyer to inform them of registration and they will also receive notification from their solicitor and a settlement date.

Things to note in step 3: This step is somewhat outside the control of the developer as it is subject to council approval timelines. It can be subject to delays – we do our best to mitigate any delays but it is not always possible.

Step 4: Once settled, your builder can start building your new home. Things to remember: Contact Opticomm https://www.opticomm.net.au/ to get your broadband set up so you can join North Harbour’s fibre optic network and get access to Australia’s Fastest Broadband, your builder can organise for your gas to be connected to our reticulated gas system. You might also wish to join the North Harbour Community facebook group and get to know your neighbours.

Property Market

House and Land Packages in 2018

Did you know that land values at North Harbour have increased 19.5% in just three years? Professional valuers check each lot prior to customer purchase and values have consistently risen since our first sales two years ago. For example, a Premium Villa lot sized 400m2 cost $200,000 in 2015 and is now worth $239,000!

There are many reasons land values at North Harbour are rising so quickly, but the top 5 reasons people usually give for choosing to live at North Harbour are:

1 – Open Space and Parklands: We have the biggest area devoted to open space and parklands in Southeast Queensland. This vast 1000 acre area will include parks (two of which are already complete), walking tracks, a $3m Heritage Precinct which is currently under construction and much more.

2 – River access: We will have access to the Caboolture River, fishing platforms and lots of space to enjoy riverside recreational activities.

3 – Fibre optic broadband: Each home has access to broadband comparable to the fastest in Australia with speeds of up to 100Mb per second.

4 – Reticulated Gas to each home: Each home also has access to underground reticulated gas.

5 – Excellent location in the northern suburbs: Land in Burpengary East has been proven to be a great investment with the Burpengary area consistently ranked by property professionals as one of the top places to buy around Brisbane.

So, if you’re keen to buy land for sale in one of Brisbane’s best “bang for your buck” areas, in a place you can truly call home, contact us!

North Harbour Sales and Information Centre & Display Village are open every day from 10am-5pm. To discuss purchasing House and Land packages in 2018 at North Harbour sign up for our email and SMS updates and find us on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/northharbour/. For more information please contact us.

House and Land Packages in 2018