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You should know the rules for your Secondary Residence in Canberra
It has come to my attention that a lot of people in the building industry [...]
Jun
Disability Rules for Secondary Residences in Canberra ACT
Many people are interested in putting a secondary residence onto their property. Some people want [...]
Jan
What to Expect During a Site Inspection for Secondary Residences
Building a secondary residence requires the builders to meet you on-site for inspection. You may [...]
May
New
Part 1- What makes a Pod Sustainable?
How you can build more sustainably In today’s eco-conscious world...
Aug
Part 2- What makes a Pod Sustainable?
After energy efficiency, water conservation and sustainable building materials, see the final 3 sustainability suggestions [...]
Aug
RZ1 Rule changes in Territory plan
The new Territory Plan updates are creating excitement over the ACT. What can you build [...]
Oct
Why a Secondary Residence is a Great Investment for Your Rental Property
With soaring property prices and high interest rates, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to find profitable [...]
May
Questions to ask your builder
Choosing the right builder and asking the right questions can guide you in finding out [...]
Nov
Building on a rural block
there are certain questions and things you should know about the block to see what [...]
Nov
Real Estate Prices in Canberra
While Canberra is still a relatively small city, it has seen significant growth over the [...]
Aug
Picking the right products
Picking the right products for your home is very important, it’s important because the right [...]
Feb
important information to know
Steel Frames Vs Timber Frames
Timber frames and steel frames are two of the most popular options, but which is [...]
Dec
The potential investment yields for granny flats
With the rise in popularity of granny flats, more and more investors are keen to [...]
Nov
Why build a Granny flat in the current market?
If you’re considering building a granny flat in Canberra, here are some things to keep [...]
Nov
Best Building Materials for Energy-efficient Home
When building a home, whether it be a primary residence, secondary residence or granny flat, [...]
Sep
Kit & Modular Homes vs. Built-On-Site
So, you’re looking into building your secondary home in your backyard and realized that there [...]
Feb
Pros and Cons of Granny Flats in Australia
Like all things, there are Pros and Cons for having a secondary residence. Here are [...]
Nov
Why Attend an Open Pod
Whether you are buying a secondary residence or planning to have one in the future, [...]
Nov
Helping to solve ‘aging in place’ in Canberra
As we get older the tough questions we don’t want to ask are swept under [...]
Jan
Working from home? A Pod is perfect!
There are two opinions when it comes to working from home. Some think that you [...]
Apr
How we at The Pod are handling Covid-19
As we all follow the latest news and updates about COVID-19, we think about the [...]
Mar
What is a secondary residence?
Secondary Residence: What you need to learn about the modern granny flat Are you looking [...]
Oct
Costs and finance
Making rental income from a secondary residence
Investor? This one is for you. How much can you really make renting our a [...]
Oct
How Much Will A Granny Flat Cost Me?
Cost of Granny Flats Canberra How much will a granny flat cost me? You might [...]
Aug
Why Granny Flats are a Good Investment
Are you considering getting an investment? Are you thinking of renting out a property to [...]
Nov
Home Loan Requirements for a Secondary Residence
Thinking of financing your secondary residence with a Home Loan? A common way to finance [...]
Jun
Design related
Top 5 Design Elements We Love in Secondary Residences.
Small house design is the next big thing. Check out our top 5 design elements [...]
Jul
Which is the best design for your granny flat?
An important part of researching for a granny flat is the design that will best [...]
Jan
Maximize Storage in Your Granny Flat
A small, cozy space is the perfect feeling many of us want for our home. [...]
Dec
Smaller homes = A happier life
Living in a smaller home means you can afford nicer quality products and fittings in [...]
Sep
General
Secondary Residence Vs. Apartment
I have lived in Canberra for 53 years since I was 6 years old and [...]
Feb
PRESS RELEASE
Introducing “The Pod Canberra” (by VRD Developments) Multifunctional designer Pod solutions tailored to the needs [...]
Aug
Why Attend an Open Pod
Whether you are buying a secondary residence or planning to have one in the future, [...]
Nov
NSW Secondary Residences Rules and Regulations
Are you in NSW and want to build a secondary residence or granny flat in [...]
Feb
We are finalists in the 2020 Master Builders Awards
Finalists? We are proud to announce the 2 bedroom 2 bathroom Chifley Pod project is [...]
Oct
Launching the new MINI Pod
Many people have been asking for a pool house option, a Airbnb solution or an [...]
Nov
Can Secondary Residences be Built for the Disabled?
A home is one of the paramount locations that give meaning and shape to a [...]
Jan
Canberra Granny Flats and Secondary Residence Builder
Get an insight and first look at ‘behind the scenes’ of our latest Granny Flat [...]
Dec
Millennials Buying Granny Flats Rather than Apartments
Young and hungry, passion to drive and succeed. Life is more and more travel, nomad, [...]
Dec
Affordable Housing for elderly Canberrans
The Pod Canberra is helping to solve ‘aging in place’ in Australia Reaching a senior [...]
May
What is a secondary residence?
Secondary Residence: What you need to learn about the modern granny flat Are you looking [...]
Oct
Pod open in Belconnen
We are very excited to announce that The Pod Canberra Belconnen display is now built. [...]
May
where to next?
The best kind of client is an educated one.
In our experience, If you already have a basic knowledge of the rules, regulations, best design layouts and costs involved, you’re an educated client in the secondary residence field.
