4-step journey to a rewarding secondary dwelling
People around the country are recognising the potential of secondary dwellings—the latest revolution in property.
Whether you call it a granny flat, a small home, a tiny home, or the more sophisticated “secondary dwelling,” this extra space on your property holds untapped possibilities.
Instead of investing in extensive renovations or a million-dollar property, consider a superb secondary dwelling that seamlessly integrates with your existing property.
Unlock numerous life-changing opportunities:
- Generate substantial rental income (often yielding 10-12%)
- Enhance your property’s resale value significantly
- Create a peaceful home office or business studio
- Provide accommodation for grown-up kids
- Keep elderly parents nearby
- Offer a private space for your teenager
1. Cramped in? Secondary Dwellings are the family solution.
- A home to help your folks, who are getting too old to live alone but you want them close by. A secondary dwelling is ideal because you both have your privacy, your parents have independence, but you’re there to help when they need it. There’s no denying the positive influence of having family around!
- A pad for your grown children who can’t afford a house. Adult kids these days are called boomerang children because they keep coming back. Who can blame them when the cost of rent and homeowning is impossibly high? A secondary dwelling is a low-cost housing solution that gives everyone some space. We’re sure your kids will appreciate the helping hand.
- A guest suite for visitors. When friends and family come to stay, you can give them their own space, and rent the flat out to holidaymakers when it’s not being used
2. Can’t concentrate? Secondary Dwelling create work/life balance
Flexible work-from-home practices have opened up a whole new way of living, which also means homes now double as workplaces. However, working becomes much more difficult when you have multiple adults, children, cats, dogs and fish all inhabiting the same rooms in a regular home. Installing a small secondary dwelling that doubles as an office or studio give you room to work in peace and shut the door on the office behind you when it’s time to finish.
3. Budget worries? Secondary Dwellings open up financial opportunities.
Tiny homes are one of the best ways to create extra income for a small outlay. In fact, many granny flats on the Gold Coast can earn around $500 per week! They have one of the highest ‘returns on investment’ because of their low initial outlay.
Imagine the possibilities for your future. Ready to explore?
Fun Fact: Secondary dwellings have evolved tremendously in the last two decades.
While we still fondly use the term ‘granny flat,’ today’s secondary dwellings are small, stylish homes or studios with 100% modern luxury, all without the hefty price tag of a full-sized house.
In high demand, modern secondary dwellings are among the most sought-after accommodations in the country. We specialise in secondary dwellings and take pride in helping families gain extra income, unite on the same land, or establish a fresh work-from-home space.
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Curious about adding a secondary dwelling but hesitating?
Perhaps you thought it was limited to acreage properties or basic garage conversions. However, these dwellings are now popular for properties of all sizes and locations.
Starting from cozy 30m2 studios to spacious 3-bedroom homes suitable for families, secondary dwellings accommodate all budgets and styles. Our team can visit your property for a free assessment, providing on-the-spot advice tailored to your needs. We believe in transparent pricing with no hidden surprises, allowing you to make informed decisions.
“But I’m worried that…”
In our years of building granny flats, we’ve heard it all! Most things you might think are roadblocks are notactually a problem at all. For instance, you might think:
What if my land is too small?
But tiny homes can fit in very tiny spaces! We build small studios through to sizeable 3-bedroom homes to suit any parcel of land.
The minimum space required for a secondary dwelling is 30m2. We can visit your property to measure your land and work out the best-fitting granny flat, all free of charge with no obligation to go ahead.
Granny flats seem expensive to me?
Actually, granny flats are a frugal option because you don’t need to pay for the biggest expense: land! You’ll also save on stamp duty, rates etc. And, you could earn significant rental income every week!
We offer some of the best prices in South East Queensland but we never skimp on quality. We don’t believe in hidden costs and fees; the price you get from us includes everything, and we can incorporate extras that others don’t such as landscaping, decks and driveways.
Like any home build, the final price depends on size and inclusions. To give you an idea though, you could be looking at around $90,000 to $125,000.
However, when you compare that to the cost of a new home these days –approximately $300,000 – plus the savings on buying land and all the purchasing fees, settlement fees and so on, it’s a very small sum for the returns!
Where do I start?
Well, it starts with one easy call! You’ll have a team leader who will help you from start to finish with sizing, choosing a plan, managing the build, and taking care of the paperwork.
We’ll visit your property to do a free measure and quote, and from there you can choose your favourite granny flat design and the fittings and fixtures. Our design team can help you if you need it. You’ll be assigned a team leader who will manage your project, give you updates on the build and complete all the inspections – and hand the keys over when it’s ready.
I rent, so I can’t have a granny flat
That’s true, but you can add a granny flat to an investment property to quickly boost your yield. It can also make it easier to be approved for a loan if you can guarantee a higher rental return.
Can't I build one DIY for cheaper?
Once you factor all the extra costs like ground preparation, permits, labour, landscaping, fittings, fixtures, finishings and landscaping, you might find you’re paying a lot more (and taking far longer) to DIY than to have professionals do it.
People think DIY is better because it’s cheaper, but DIY kits focus only on the building materials. You’ll also need to have it assembled, run power and plumbing, pay for and pass inspections, add landscaping, fencing and concreting – the list goes on and on.
All told, the final price between DIY and custom-built is very small; it’s just that you did all the work instead of letting professionals take care of it for you! A DIY kit won’t include any kind of builder’s warranty either.
Will I have to do a lot of work myself?
We include everything your granny flat needs, including driveways and landscaping. There are no hidden costs; your tiny home will be move-in ready complete with builder’s warranty.
Wondering about the financial benefits of a secondary dwelling?
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Our team of experts is committed to delivering exceptional service, from the initial design phase to the final construction, handover and any other steps required to bring your dream to life. We have developed optional extra service areas around the build to ensure this process is seamless, like site prep, concreting sidewalks and anything else you may need.
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