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In Greater Sydney and NSW, granny flats are becoming more and more popular. No longer is a Granny Flat reserved for elderly members of the family, now they are mostly built for the great rental returns they yield due to their low cost to build, despite them having all the features of a small home […]

Building a Granny flat on your property is a great way to keep elderly relatives close to you while still keeping private space for everyone. If you are worried that a granny flat may not provide enough space for your relative, chances are you will be surprised just how spacious, comfortable and luxurious they can […]

In Australia, the popularity of granny flats is on the rise, and it’s easy to see why when you consider their many benefits. Many people build granny flats so that they can create living space for elderly family members, though you’re far from limited when it comes to what you can use granny flats for. […]

It has never been easier for NSW homeowners to build an affordable second mini home, commonly known as a granny flat on their property. Due to the high cost of living partially in Metropolitan areas like Central Coast, Sydney, Newcastle, and Wollongong, these trendy little homes are in high demand, filling a gap in the […]

Before you use any space saving ideas for your granny flat, you need to know how much room you have to play with. The good news is that Central Coast homes don’t need NSW council approval to begin to build a granny flat. However, you do need to make sure that it meets the NSW’s […]

Suburban backyards used to be all about entertaining area, pools and garden shed. However since 2009 this trend has changed. Now an increasing number of NSW residents are opting to use a section of there backyard for granny flats. Not only do they get great rental return, they can easily add over $200,000 to the […]

If you’re asking yourself, ‘Can I build a granny flat on my property?’ and you happen to live in NSW, you’re in luck. Of all the states and territories across Australia, NSW leads the country in the number and proportion of granny flats. Besides the advantages inherent in this style and composition of modular living, […]

So, you are considering to build a granny flat yourself, this blog has all the information you will need to know when deciding if DIY is right for you. Your DIY and Construction skills along with how much time you have to dedicate to the project will determine if building the granny flat yourself is […]

Property values have risen in NSW a lot, making it increasingly difficult for young adults to enter into the homeowners market. This has created high demand for affordable options such as self contained granny flats, the demand is growing more year on year. Making the granny flat formally built for elderly, now the most attractive […]

If you are thinking about having a granny flat built on your NSW property, you are sure to find this guide useful. In it, we take a look at the rules and regulations you need to be aware of, the task of choosing a contractor who knows how to build a granny flat and the […]