30 Jan 2026

Should You Buy Land First or Choose a Builder First in Queensland?

In Queensland’s tight land market, the order of build decisions matters more than many buyers realise. Land availability, site constraints and timing can shape cost and flexibility long before construction begins.

27 Jan 2026

Volume Builder vs Boutique Builder: What You’re Really Choosing

Choosing a builder often feels like a decision about price or inclusions. In reality, it’s about structure. Different build models shape cost, flexibility and risk long before construction begins.

23 Jan 2026

The Decisions That Lock In Your Build Cost (Before You Realise It)

For many first-home buyers, the biggest cost surprises happen early. Decisions around land, design and timing quietly shape build costs and flexibility well before contracts are signed.

18 Jan 2026

Best Suburbs in South East Queensland for First Home Builders in 2026

For first-home builders, suburb choice is about more than affordability. Infrastructure investment, population growth and changing buyer demand are positioning several South East Queensland suburbs for strong performance in 2026.

13 Jan 2026

Building Approvals Are Rising in 2026. What That Really Means for First-Home Builders in Queensland

Building approvals across Queensland are climbing. Increased activity signals confidence but also raises questions for first-home builders about competition, timelines and cost pressure in the year ahead.

06 Jan 2026

Queensland Property Market 2026: What First-Home Buyers Need to Know

Queensland’s property market enters 2026 with rising prices, tight supply and renewed momentum. For first-home buyers, understanding how these forces interact is key to making informed decisions.

27 Dec 2025

What to Expect After Signing Your Build Contract in Queensland

Signing a build contract is a major milestone, not the finish line. Deposits, inspections and progress payments all shape how smoothly a Queensland build progresses after contracts are signed.

22 Dec 2025

6 Common First-Home Builder Mistakes When Building in Queensland (and How to Avoid Them)

Building a first home comes with a steep learning curve. Early mistakes often feel minor at the time but can affect costs, timelines and stress levels later.

19 Dec 2025

Why Builder Brokers Are Becoming the Smarter Way to Build

As building becomes more complex, more buyers are seeking guidance earlier. Builder brokers are emerging as a way to navigate builder choice, pricing and approvals with greater clarity.

11 Dec 2025

New Builder Panel Helping Queenslanders Compare With Confidence

Choosing a builder can feel difficult to navigate, particularly for first-home buyers. Nesta’s builder panel brings together a range of builders to support clearer comparisons and more confident early decisions.

08 Dec 2025

Build vs Buy in SEQ: First Home Buyers Guide

Entering the property market in South East Queensland often comes down to a simple question: build or buy. Each option involves different trade-offs around timing, cost and long-term lifestyle priorities.

01 Dec 2025

Building in Queensland From Interstate: A Step-by-Step Guide

Building a home from interstate can feel complex at a distance. Understanding how Queensland’s building process works helps interstate buyers navigate approvals, builders and timelines with greater confidence.

24 Nov 2025

Ipswich Is Surging. Here’s What Is Driving the City’s Rapid Growth

Ipswich’s rapid growth reflects broader shifts across South East Queensland. Infrastructure investment, housing affordability and lifestyle change are drawing more buyers beyond Brisbane’s inner and middle suburbs.

10 Nov 2025

Moreton Bay Outpaces Brisbane: Why Homebuyers Are Moving North

Moreton Bay has emerged as one of South East Queensland’s fastest-growing regions. Affordability, transport links and family-friendly suburbs are driving buyer demand beyond Brisbane’s traditional boundaries.

11 Aug 2025

What Is a Builder Broker? A Guide for Queensland Homebuilders

The early stages of building often raise more questions than answers. Builder brokers are becoming a way for Queensland homebuilders to navigate choice, pricing and process with greater clarity.

03 Nov 2025

Building on a Small Block? Maximise Space with These Design Tips

Small blocks are increasingly common across Queensland. Thoughtful design choices can help maximise space, light and functionality without compromising comfort or long-term liveability.