Case Study: A first home with an ambitious timeframe

In before Christmas

When Cam secured his section, he was looking forward to building his first home but was also slightly apprehensive about the process. Cam had spoken to a few different builders before talking to Fortified Homes and hoped to get some guidance on the best ways to make the most of his build budget.

“[Mike from Fortified Homes] was so down-to-earth, so humble, and so approachable,” Cam said. “We felt like going through Mike was the only option.”

The main aim of this project was to deliver as much as possible from the build, without going over the $550,000 first home budget and without overcapitalising on Cam’s first home. This meant making sure that any additional features would add value if Cam decided to sell in the future. There was an additional complication; Cam and his partner were staying with family and hoped to be in the new house by Christmas, giving the Fortified Homes team just 13 weeks to complete the build.

“It was coming up to August when we got our title sorted,” Cam says. “We asked Mike how fast he could get the build done for us so that we could get out of the in-laws’ hair!” 

The Fortified Homes team started with an existing plan and tailored it to suit Cam’s section, providing guidance on where to add value and where to save costs. The majority of the upgrades were in the kitchen, improving the day-to-day experience of living in the property while also adding value in the long run.

“We’d been told multiple times that [building] can be quite stressful,” Cam said. “The way Mike laid everything out for us on a plate was just so helpful, from colour schemes to consultations… he had everything laid out in pictures for us and just made choosing a house so much easier.”

The build went smoothly, and the handover was completed on December 19, meeting Cam’s goal of being in their new home by Christmas. Cam and his partner are enjoying the house so much they’re now considering a second Fortified Homes build.

“After completing the build and finishing up with Fortified Homes and Mike, we’ve just been so blown away with the quality of work and just the general service that they offered,” he said. 

“We’re actually looking at doing a second build through them again. I cannot recommend them enough; from communication to workmanship, everything was just so, so good.”

Thanks for choosing to build with Fortified Homes. We look forward to working with you on the next build!

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In before Christmas When Cam secured his section, he was looking forward to building his first home but was also slightly apprehensive about the process. Cam had spoken to a few different builders before talking to Fortified Homes and hoped to get some guidance on the best ways to make the most of his build budget. “[Mike from Fortified Homes] was so down-to-earth, so humble, and so approachable,” Cam said. “We felt like going through Mike was the only option.” The main aim of this project was to deliver as much as possible from the build, without going over the $550,000 first home budget and without overcapitalising on Cam’s first home. This meant making sure that any additional features would add value if Cam decided to sell in the future. There was an additional complication; Cam and his partner were staying with family and hoped to be in the new house by Christmas, giving the Fortified Homes team just 13 weeks to complete the build. “It was coming up to August when we got our title sorted,” Cam says. “We asked Mike how fast he could get the build done for us so that we could get out of the in-laws’ hair!”  The Fortified Homes team started with an existing plan and tailored it to suit Cam’s section, providing guidance on where to add value and where to save costs. The majority of the upgrades were in the kitchen, improving the day-to-day experience of living in the property while also adding value in the long run. “We’d been told multiple times that [building] can be quite stressful,” Cam said. “The way Mike laid everything out for us on a plate was just so helpful, from colour schemes to consultations... he had everything laid out in pictures for us and just made choosing a house so much easier.” The build went smoothly, and the handover was completed on December 19, meeting Cam’s goal of being in their new home by Christmas. Cam and his partner are enjoying the house so much they’re now considering a second Fortified Homes build. “After completing the build and finishing up with Fortified Homes and Mike, we’ve just been so blown away with the quality of work and just the general service that they offered,” he said.  “We’re actually looking at doing a second build through them again. I cannot recommend them enough; from communication to workmanship, everything was just so, so good.” Thanks for choosing to build with Fortified Homes. We look forward to working with you on the next build!
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In before Christmas When Cam secured his section, he was looking forward to building his first home but was also slightly apprehensive about the process. Cam had spoken to a few different builders before talking to Fortified Homes and hoped to get some guidance on the best ways to make the most of his build budget. “[Mike from Fortified Homes] was so down-to-earth, so humble, and so approachable,” Cam said. “We felt like going through Mike was the only option.” The main aim of this project was to deliver as much as possible from the build, without going over the $550,000 first home budget and without overcapitalising on Cam’s first home. This meant making sure that any additional features would add value if Cam decided to sell in the future. There was an additional complication; Cam and his partner were staying with family and hoped to be in the new house by Christmas, giving the Fortified Homes team just 13 weeks to complete the build. “It was coming up to August when we got our title sorted,” Cam says. “We asked Mike how fast he could get the build done for us so that we could get out of the in-laws’ hair!”  The Fortified Homes team started with an existing plan and tailored it to suit Cam’s section, providing guidance on where to add value and where to save costs. The majority of the upgrades were in the kitchen, improving the day-to-day experience of living in the property while also adding value in the long run. “We’d been told multiple times that [building] can be quite stressful,” Cam said. “The way Mike laid everything out for us on a plate was just so helpful, from colour schemes to consultations... he had everything laid out in pictures for us and just made choosing a house so much easier.” The build went smoothly, and the handover was completed on December 19, meeting Cam’s goal of being in their new home by Christmas. Cam and his partner are enjoying the house so much they’re now considering a second Fortified Homes build. “After completing the build and finishing up with Fortified Homes and Mike, we’ve just been so blown away with the quality of work and just the general service that they offered,” he said.  “We’re actually looking at doing a second build through them again. I cannot recommend them enough; from communication to workmanship, everything was just so, so good.” Thanks for choosing to build with Fortified Homes. We look forward to working with you on the next build!
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In before Christmas When Cam secured his section, he was looking forward to building his first home but was also slightly apprehensive about the process. Cam had spoken to a few different builders before talking to Fortified Homes and hoped to get some guidance on the best ways to make the most of his build budget. “[Mike from Fortified Homes] was so down-to-earth, so humble, and so approachable,” Cam said. “We felt like going through Mike was the only option.” The main aim of this project was to deliver as much as possible from the build, without going over the $550,000 first home budget and without overcapitalising on Cam’s first home. This meant making sure that any additional features would add value if Cam decided to sell in the future. There was an additional complication; Cam and his partner were staying with family and hoped to be in the new house by Christmas, giving the Fortified Homes team just 13 weeks to complete the build. “It was coming up to August when we got our title sorted,” Cam says. “We asked Mike how fast he could get the build done for us so that we could get out of the in-laws’ hair!”  The Fortified Homes team started with an existing plan and tailored it to suit Cam’s section, providing guidance on where to add value and where to save costs. The majority of the upgrades were in the kitchen, improving the day-to-day experience of living in the property while also adding value in the long run. “We’d been told multiple times that [building] can be quite stressful,” Cam said. “The way Mike laid everything out for us on a plate was just so helpful, from colour schemes to consultations... he had everything laid out in pictures for us and just made choosing a house so much easier.” The build went smoothly, and the handover was completed on December 19, meeting Cam’s goal of being in their new home by Christmas. Cam and his partner are enjoying the house so much they’re now considering a second Fortified Homes build. “After completing the build and finishing up with Fortified Homes and Mike, we’ve just been so blown away with the quality of work and just the general service that they offered,” he said.  “We’re actually looking at doing a second build through them again. I cannot recommend them enough; from communication to workmanship, everything was just so, so good.” Thanks for choosing to build with Fortified Homes. We look forward to working with you on the next build!
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