First Home Buyer Tips

Good news for first-home buyers in Queensland: from May 1, 2025, stamp duty will be scrapped for those building a new property under a plan announced by Premier David Crisafulli.

Owning your own home is a dream, but with the cost of living climbing, saving for it can feel like an uphill battle. The good news? With a solid plan and smart strategies, you can make steady progress - no lottery win required. Here’s your ultimate guide to making every dollar work harder.

To save you from sneaky Google searches mid-meeting, we’ve pulled together a simple cheat sheet of must-know terms. From finance to blocks and builds, this guide will have you talking like a pro in no time.

Home buyers across the country have fallen in love with Metricon’s sought-after designs, with some of our most appealing options featured on Channel 10’s hugely popular Buy to Build.

Matt always had his heart set on building from scratch rather than buying an existing home. After years of saving and finally settling on a block of land, Matt locked in his dream build: the Santorini design by Metricon.

Learn about Metricon’s tips for building a modern home with style and functionality. Start planning today to create a space that reflects contemporary living!

Metricon has introduced three new home designs that maximise the benefits offered by the Victorian Planning Authority's Small Lot Housing Code.

We’ve compiled a list of 20 life-hack gadgets that will save the day for even the most tech-challenged amongst us.

We chatted to Danielle Carroll about what it takes to design a family home that caters for eight children under 12.

We spoke to Metricon’s ever-ready-to-impress design gurus Felicity Tragardh and Kristina Orban about how to bring the wow to your guest bedroom.

Gain top tips from Metricon customers to help you achieve your dream home. Start today and learn insights that will make your home-building journey successful.

Interior doors make a big statement about who we are and the image we want to present. As we move into a new year and possibly a brand new Metricon home, it’s worth taking the time to consider selecting the right internal doors for your new home.