Beginning Your Buyer’s Journey with Jess D'Argent

Building Your First Home

15-08-2024 • 20 mins

In our first episode of 'Building Your First Home,' we discuss how clients would begin to explore the idea of building their first home. To help us dissect this question, we are joined by Jess D'Argent, sales manager at Turnkey Building Group, who shares her expertise on the differences between volume and custom builders. We discuss each's advantages and disadvantages, the importance of consulting professionals before purchasing land, and potential hidden costs. Jess also shares practical advice and personal anecdotes to help first-time builders avoid common pitfalls and make informed decisions.


(00:53) Exploring the Idea of Building Your First Home

(01:21) Jess's Background in the Home Building Industry

(01:53) Differences Between Volume Builders and Custom Builders

(02:31) Challenges and Considerations in Custom Building

(03:19) Volume Builders: Affordability and Process

(05:22) Understanding Display Homes and Pricing

(08:02) House and Land Packages Explained

(12:18) Importance of Consulting Experts Before Buying Land

(14:04) Horror Stories and Lessons Learned

(16:26) Final Advice for First-Time Home Builders


For more information or to start your home-building journey, visit - turnkeybuildinggroup.com.au

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Building a home should be an exciting and enjoyable journey, but the overwhelming amount of information and differing opinions can lead to confusion and costly mistakes. "Building Your First Home" is a podcast designed to educate and inform listeners about the tricks, traps, jargon, and complexities of home building. Join hosts Justin Engelke and Jordan Wilson as they interview industry experts and professionals, providing valuable insights to help you make the right decisions on your home-building journey.

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