E132. Types of kit homes and why they may not be as cost effective as you think (Part 2)

The price looked amazing online. The photos looked even better. But before you hand over a cent for a kit home, there's a lot Frank and Amelia need to tell you first.In Part 2 of their kit homes series, Frank Geskus and host Amelia pull back the curtain on the traps, hidden costs, and hard-won lessons that most people only discover once it's too late. Frank shares real stories from the field — including some genuine doozies, that reveal just how wide the gap can be between what you think you're getting and what actually arrives on site.You'll hear why that advertised price rarely reflects a finished home, what questions you absolutely must ask any kit supplier before committing, and why assuming all kits are created equal could cost you dearly. Frank and Amelia also tackle the owner builder reality head-on, the financing hurdles, the compliance obligations that don't disappear, and the critical question of who's responsible when things go wrong.Plus, Frank shares a detailed checklist (available to download from the Prime Design website) so you actually know what to look for, because as Frank puts it, you don't know what you're checking if you don't know what you need.Whether a kit home is right for you comes down to going in with your eyes wide open. This episode will help you do exactly that.Subscribe now and tune in next week for a brand new episode of the Building Design Prime Time Podcast.About usPrime Design is a building design company locally owned and operated in Tasmania since 2004.  Our goal is to share as much valuable information as possible about the process of building design, extensions, and more. We will talk about a different topic each week. To suggest a topic you would like us to talk about contact us at [email protected] information provided on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, individual circumstances, or remedy. We strongly suggest you consult a qualified professional before taking any action based on the information provided in this podcast. The views, opinions, and information provided in this podcast are those of the hosts  do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organisation, employer, or company.  All content provided on this podcast is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind. We make no representations as to the accuracy, completeness, currentness, suitability, or validity of any information on this podcast and will not be liable for any errors, omissions, or delays in this information or any losses,  or damages arising from its use. We reserve the right to change content or delete any information provided on this podcast at any time without prior notice.