HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS

Jaimi - Boss Building Brokers

Thinking about building your first home? Overwhelmed? Don’t know where to start?

One minute, you’re excited. The next? You’re drowning in builder sales tactics, hidden costs, and building link designed to confuse you. Everyone’s got advice—but no one’s telling you what you actually need to know.

Home Building Like a Boss is your no-BS, insider guide to building in Perth—without the stress, the budget blowouts, or the horror stories.

Hosted by Jaimi, your go-to building broker and industry insider you actually want in your corner, this podcast breaks down exactly what you need to know—so you can ditch the overwhelm, make smarter decisions, and build your dream home like a boss.

No sugarcoating. No sales pitch. Just the truth about building.

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Top 10 HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS Episodes

Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

The Benefits of Planning Ahead—Why Being Organised Saves You $$$ with Sarah Schaeffer

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08/07/23 • 19 min

When preparing to build your new home, it is important to have a good plan, be organised and think about the future. That's why your host Jaimi talks to Sarah Schaeffer founder of Compass Home and Lifestyle.

We talk about organisation, construction preparation and how to keep everything organised, and plan for the future.

Sarah is the creator of The Co Home Planner - Australia's favourite build folder. Her business Compass Home and Lifestyle exists to help people find confidence and clarity ensuring they build a home that will change their future lives.

Compass currently offer a range of build planners, digital products and checklists that will help your organise and prioritise your home build planning.

Sarah lives on the coast in Northern NSW with her hubby and three kids. Having built three times and renovated twice, sarah has a unique mix of personal and professional experience to help you on your home build journey.

Sarah's true passion is to help you see that your home should be an extension of your unique life goals and purpose. The spaces within should inspire and encourage your family to live your absolute best life.

🏡 Co Home Planner
🏡 Build organisation
🏡 Checklists
🏡 How to plan for the future

Check out the Co Home Planner & Digital Checklists HERE - https://compasshomeandlifestyle.com/

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📍This podcast is for buyers building a new home in Perth Western Australia.
The information shared on HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS is general in nature and does not take into consideration your individual circumstances, it is not intended to be specific advice. This podcast exists purely for education purposes and should not be relied upon to make financial or building decisions.

Aquila & Angelo’s Home Build—What They Wish They Knew Sooner

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02/05/24 • 28 min

In this episode, your host Jaimi sits down with Aquilla & Angelo who have recently picked up their keys and finished the building journey.

Tune into the episode to listen to the story & perspective of another first-home buyer building their own home.

🏡 Aquilla & Angelo’s building journey
🏡 Decision between established & building
🏡 What led Aquilla & Angelo to work with a building broker over going with a builder directly
🏡 Highlights & key milestones
🏡 Challenges during the building journey
🏡 Design & customisation choices
🏡 Things they learned over the building journey
🏡 Value of having a building broker
🏡 Advice for other first-home buyers considering building

You’ll Pay More by Waiting—Why Timing the Market is a Dangerous Game

HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS

06/17/24 • 12 min

In this episode your host Jaimi explains how the market is moving.. giving you real life situations on how clients have paid more in the current Perth market by waiting and how much equity previous clients have in their homes.
Understand the importance of spending time in the market, rather than timing the market.

Display Homes Are a Lie—Here’s the Truth Builders Don’t Want You to Know

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10/21/24 • 9 min

In this episode your host Jaimi chats about her recent display home experience and uncovers the hidden truths about them.
Tune in to find out why display shopping might not be the best way to find your builder or start the process.

The Ultimate Guide to Pre-Construction: Setting Yourself Up for Success With Maddie & Jaimi

HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS

03/17/25 • 24 min

Episode Summary:
Pre-construction is one of the most critical stages of your home-building journey—but it’s also the most misunderstood. Many people assume construction is the most important part, but without a solid pre-construction process, you’re setting yourself up for delays, stress, and unexpected costs.

In this episode, Jaimi and Maddie break down exactly what happens during pre-construction, why it’s the instruction manual for your build, and how to stay in control so you can move through the process efficiently.

Whether you're about to start your building journey or already in pre-construction, this episode is packed with insider tips to help you make informed decisions, avoid unnecessary delays, and feel confident every step of the way.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔ What is pre-construction? Why this stage sets the foundation for your entire build.
✔ Common misconceptions—why people think nothing is happening when there’s actually A LOT going on behind the scenes.
✔ How you can speed up your pre-construction process (and what will slow it down).
✔ The impact of small changes—why constantly tweaking your plan can push your timeline back by months.
✔ The importance of pre-start prep—how being organized can save you stress, money, and time.
✔ The comparison trap—why looking at someone else’s build can ruin your experience.
✔ How to design a home that grows with you—future-proofing your layout while sticking to a budget.

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We Wanted Security - So We Built Our Own Home With Lauren & Wajee's

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03/24/25 • 48 min

In this raw, real, and unfiltered episode, Jaimi chats with one of her very first clients, Lauren and Wajee —a power couple who built their dream home at the peak of the Perth building boom (and survived to tell the tale!).

From choosing between building vs. buying, navigating delays, dealing with a misplaced wall (yep, really), and learning how to shut out the comparison trap, this episode is packed with insight, laughs, and lessons that every first-time builder needs to hear.

🧠 What You'll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why Lauren and Wajee chose to build instead of buy
✅ How they managed their wish list vs. budget like pros
✅ What really happened when their kid’s bedroom was accidentally shrunk
✅ Why communication (not delays) was the hardest part of construction
✅ The mindset shift that helped them stay sane during the process
✅ How their home became more than just a house, it became a legacy
✅ Their top advice for anyone feeling scared to take the plunge into building

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Why Builders Aren’t Paying Your Rent While You Build (and why you should never count on it!)

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09/18/23 • 9 min

Have you fallen for a builder who used marketing tricks?
Be careful of builders promo and marketing, its made to look good so you sign on the dotted line.
In this episode your host Jaimi tells you the truth about the promo - WE'LL PAY YOUR RENT WHILE YOU BUILD.
You don't want to miss this truth bomb.
Remember.. always read the terms & conditions!!

How to Navigate Property Valuation When Building a Home With Belinda Botzolis

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05/29/23 • 44 min

In this podcast episode, your host Jaimi sits down with the incredible Belinda Botzolis - Property Valuer, Strategist, Advisor and Registered Tax Agent (& TikToker) to chat about property valuation when building a new home.
We dive into what property valuation is and why it's so important when building a new home. You'll gain valuable insights as Belinda shares practical advice on how to add value to your new home without falling into the trap of overcapitalisation. With her passion and wealth of knowledge, she'll debunk common myths and provide tips n tricks on valuation and property.
Belinda is a certified practising property valuer with over 17+ years of professional experience, inspecting about 15,000 properties and valuing close to $12 billion dollars worth of real estate.
Her experience and natural ability to take the confusion out of building and investing, has seen her cause waves on social media as The Valuer, with over 10 million TikTok views on her videos, advising on all things property.
https://www.addvaluer.com/
https://www.tiktok.com/@thevaluer
https://www.instagram.com/belinda.the.valuer/

What Even Is a Building Broker? (And Why You Shouldn’t Walk Into a Builder’s Office Without One)

HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS

11/04/24 • 13 min

In this episode your host Jaimi dives into what is a building broker & how we can support you on your journey. Tune in to find out the difference between navigating the building process on your own or with a building broker!

How to Get the Most Value From Your Builder with Jess & Kris from The Home Chaperone

HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS

10/23/23 • 44 min

In this episode your host Jaimi chats with Jess from The Home Chaperone on ways to get the most value out of your builder + so much more.

Tune into the episode to find out ⬇️

🏡 The biggest mistakes people make when building a new home
🏡 Items overlooked on a floor plan
🏡 How being prepared and doing your research impacts your build
🏡 Truth bombs people need to know when building
🏡 How to get the most value out of your builder
🏡 Tips you for preparing for prestart
🏡 DIY hacks/tips n tricks for doing things after handover
🏡 Kitchen, bathroom, and laundry design tips

Jess & Kris are a Construction Coordinator, Client Liaison, Prestart Consultant, Contract Administrator, Sales Consultant, Executive Assistant, Sales Trainer, Carpenter, Site Manager, and Building Supply Company all rolled into one (or two).

All of that is to say, they've had 28 combined years of experience working deep undercover in the building industry, learning everything they possibly could to help home buyers not just build their dream home stress-free, but actually enjoy the process.

Jess & Kris are all about making your home building journey a breeze. Whether you're into our online course or prefer one-on-one consultations, their mission is to provide you with candid, impartial advice, expert guidance, and exclusive tips and tricks. Helping you save some bucks, steer clear of those common mishaps, and ultimately land in a home you'll adore.

They've helped thousands of homeowners get the most from their builders. And now they're here to help you too.

Check out their services at www.thehomechaperone.com.au or if you want a sneak peek into their world (as well as a bucketload of tips and tricks that will save you time, money and tears!!), follow them on Instagram.

Connect with Jess & Kris on Instagram HERE

Book in a consult with Jess HERE

Nail your build DIY home design course HERE

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How many episodes does HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS have?

HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS currently has 70 episodes available.

What topics does HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS cover?

The podcast is about Leisure, Home & Garden, Construction, Design, How To, Podcasts, Finance, Education and Building.

What is the most popular episode on HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS?

The episode title 'The 20% Deposit Myth—Why You Might Not Need That Much to Build' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS?

The average episode length on HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS is 17 minutes.

How often are episodes of HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS released?

Episodes of HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS?

The first episode of HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS was released on Apr 22, 2023.

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