Are you feeling overwhelmed and confused by the building process? Don't worry, I’ve got you covered. Join Jaimi, your go-to building broker and host of 'HOME BUILDING LIKE A BOSS' as she empowers first home buyers in Perth to build their brand new home with ease and excitement. This podcast is dedicated to helping you with expert advice, insider tips and tricks, and real-life stories. Jaimi will guide you through every step of the home building journey. She's here to share the inside scoop on industry secrets and shake things up, changing the way the building process should be done. Saving you time, energy and money.Whether you're a first home buyer or ready upgrading your current home, tune in to feel inspired, informed, and confident as you build your new home like a boss. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode.Â
Perth WA, Australia
In this episode your host Jaimi sits down with client Grace to have an honest conversation about the highs and lows of building on a battle-axe block (aka an old suburb). Tune in understand the differences between a new estate and older area!➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ ASK JAIMI CHAT➡️ BUILDING UNFILTERED NEWSLETTER➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
Designing your dream home shouldn't feel like a jigsaw puzzle with missing pieces. In this episode, we're diving into the custom design process step by step to help you avoid overwhelm and build a home that actually works for you. Whether you've got a Pinterest board bursting with inspo or zero clue where to begin, this one's for you.We're breaking down:✅ How to know if a builder even lets you make changes ✅ What “custom design” really means (and when it costs extra) ✅ The one question most people forget to ask ✅ How your block shape, budget, and lifestyle impact your layout ✅ The truth about sculleries, walk-in pantries, and other trending features ✅ The stuff you can change later… and the stuff you absolutely can't
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.
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.
In this episode, your host Jaimi sits down with client Jodie to talk about their building journey and the mistakes that almost cost them thousands and a design they didn't LOVE. If you're about to start your building journey, this episode will give you the clarity and confidence to navigate the process like a pro.➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
Before she became a building broker, Mim went through the home-building process just like any other first-home buyer—excited, a little unsure, and trusting the process. Now, as someone who helps others navigate the building journey every day, she sees things through a completely different lens.In this episode, Mim reflects on her building experience, not because it was bad, but because she now understands what she could have done differently. From the questions she didn't know to ask to the design decisions she didn't realise she had control over, Mim shares how her perspective has changed and what she wants first-home buyers to know before they start. If you're building and want to feel more in control, informed, and confident in your decisions, this episode is packed with real-world insights to help you.➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
Most first-home buyers make at least one of these mistakes—and it costs them big.You walk into a display home and fall in love. You see a “fixed price” contract and think it's locked in. You sign for a block of land, assuming the price is the price. Wrong.In this episode, your host Jaimi is exposing the six biggest traps first-home buyers fall into—and how to avoid them. If you don't know this, you're walking into your build completely blind.Most people find out too late. But after this episode, you won't be one of them.➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
If you're stuck renting and wondering is building even possible for us?—this episode is for you.Kelsey & Liam thought homeownership was out of reach. With no massive savings and no clue where to start, they assumed building was years away—until they realized they'd been looking at it all wrong.In this episode, Jaimi sits down with client Kelsey as she shares their real, unfiltered building journey—from struggling to find land in a tough market to overcoming pre-start overwhelm and making their dream home happen.✅ How they made building possible—without years of saving✅ The land search struggle & the biggest mistakes to avoid✅ Pre-start panic: Why it's overwhelming & how to prepare properly✅ Why they never went straight to a builder (and why you shouldn't either)If you're dreaming of building but don't know where to start, this episode will give you the insider knowledge and confidence to take the first step.➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
In this episode your host Jaimi breaks down how to understand “promotions” that builders are offering and what they really mean. ➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
In this episode your host Jaimi sits down with Wes from Wes Mayers Building Consultancy to chat about how a building inspector can give you peace of mind and save you money in the long run. Tune in to find out how you can save thousands and prevent issues from arising.Wes is a licensed builder, has a diploma in both Building & Construction and Management and a cert IV in Construction. Prior to starting his own business in 2019, he was a construction manager for 5 years, a site supervisor for 10 years and a bricklayer by trade. Wes has also built and renovated over 300 homes! Contact Wes via Email: wesmayersbc@outlook.comFollow Wes On Facebook➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
In this episode your host Jaimi sits down with Building Broker Jake, to chat about how he helped save our clients over $40k in hidden costs and got them a bigger floor plan. Tune in to find out why it's so valuable to have a Building Broker on your team
Tune into this episode as your host Jaimi chats with prestart guru Maddie, about how she helped Kelsey & Liam navigate preparing for prestart. ➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
In this episode your host Jaimi chats with Building Broker Imogen (aka Mim) about recent stories and real life examples on how she's helped support clients start the building process who have smaller budgets. ➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
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!➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
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. ➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
This week's episode is a little different, Jaimi is sat on the other side of the microphone being interviewed by Laura, who is the Ops Manager at Boss Building Brokers. Tune into this episode to get to know your host Jaimi and how Boss Building Brokers was born. ➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
In this episode your host Jaimi sits down with Imogen (aka Mim), who is on the team at Boss Building Brokers. Tune into this episode to get to know Mim and how she can help support you on your journey. ➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
In this episode your host Jaimi sits down with Maddie, who is on the team at Boss Building Brokers. Tune into this episode to get to know Maddie and how she can help support you on your journey. ➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
In this episode your host Jaimi sits down with Jake, who is on the team at Boss Building Brokers. Tune into this episode to get to know Jake and how he can help support you on your journey. ➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
In this episode your host Jaimi tells you why you shouldn't wait until your block is titled to start the building process and the steps involved during pre-construction to ensure your moving effectively and efficiently as possible through the building process, saving you time & money. ➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
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In this episode your host Jaimi breaks down the difference between structural and non structural changes. It's so important to understand what decisions you have to make and when you have to make them. This will save you time & money! ➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
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In this episode your host Jaimi breaks down exactly what untitled land is and the importance of factoring delayed title allowance into your build. Understand exactly what this means for your build BEFORE securing your block of land as this can make or break your budget. Now more than ever in a market where untitled land is more common than titled land it's important to know what this means for your building journey. ➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
In this episode your host Jaimi sits down with Mortgage Broker Tania Mondon to discuss updates happening in the finance world.➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
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. ➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
In this episode your host Jaimi chats about what's been happening behind the scenes at Boss Building Borkers and gives an update on the established and new home market. ➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
In this episode your host Jaimi chats about some of the reasons why it's currently so hard to get into the established market right now and how that could effect your decision making when looking at building or buying. ➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
In this episode your host Jaimi explains the term “time is money means and how it can impact your build as the client, along with what it means for the builder. Tune into this episode to understand the fine line between making effective and efficient decisions on your building journey, but not rushed decisions. ➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
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.
Have you been told that you need a 20% deposit to get into your own home? In this episode your host Jaimi will explain why this is a MYTH and how you can get into your own home with a 5% deposit. ➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
In this episode your host Jaimi gives you 5 tips to help you navigate the building process. ➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
In this episode your host Jaimi sits down with Mortgage Broker Tania to chat about the differences between construction and established loans.
In this episode your host Jaimi chats with interior designer and pre-start consultant Maddie about understanding your pre-start variations, following on from the episode on how to prepare for pre-start.
In this episode your host Jaimi sits down with Chloe who is a client to talk about her building journey as a young single female.
In this episode your host Jaimi sits down with Maddie Stott, our prestart and interior design guru to chat about all things prestart. Prestart can be stressful if you're unprepared, tune into this episode to find out how you can feel confident and prepared for your meeting with your builder.
In this episode your host Jaimi talks about 3 red flags to look out for when you're looking for a builder. Learn what to keep an eye on when chatting with builders
In this episode your host Jaimi chats with mortgage broker Tania about the difference between pre-approval and formal approval when lodging for finance.
Are you thinking about building a new home? Unsure where to start or what to do first? Overwhelmed by the amount of information and how many builders there are? In this episode your host Jaimi breaks down the first few steps of the building process and what you need to do when considering building a new home. If your thinking about building, tune into this episode to understand what you need to do first. ➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
Is the deal too good to be true? I hate to break it to you, but it probably is. In this episode your host Jaimi breaks down why the cheapest deal isn't the best deal and gives you the low down on what makes up the best deal - timeframes, price and quality. The cheapest deal, will not give you the fastest time frame.The fastest time frame, wont be the cheapest price.The best quality won't be the quickest timeframe or cheapest price. ➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
In this weeks episode your host Jaimi chats with Tania about her building journey and how she became a mortgage broker. Jaimi & Tania work very closely together helping clients secure finance and navigate the building process. Tania specialises in construction loans and helping first home buyers.➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
In this episode, your host Jaimi sits down with Ash & Jarod who are clients to chat about their building journey.Tune into the podcast to listen to the story & perspective of another first-home buyer building their own home.
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 ⬇️
A common question that always gets asked is "I have $X amount of deposit saved, how much can I borrow?"In this episode, your host Jaimi sits down with Perth Mortgage Broker Tania Mondon to discuss why your deposit/savings doesn't impact what your borrowing capacity.Learn how your borrowing capacity is calculated from your income, employment term, debt, and living expenses.____________________________________________________➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
In this episode, your host Jaimi has an honest conversation about a recent experience someone had before reaching out to Jaimi for advice.Bringing to light situations that happen within the industry and how the industry needs to do better.Do NOT sign anything or pay ANY money unless you're happy with your sketch + quote & are ready to engage your chosen builder.Don't feel pressured into signing anything until you understand what you're signing.Always ask questions, and make sure you feel comfortable asking as many questions as you need so you understand the building process.Building a home is one of the biggest investments you'll make._________________________________________➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
In this episode, your host Jaimi talks about 5 crucial things you need to think about when in the early stages of designing your home.It's important to think about these things early on as they're structural items and take into consideration your block size, design, and budget.
Get to know your host Jaimi and how her own building journey sparked her career and passion to help other first-time builders._______________________________________________________________________________________________➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
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!!➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
In this episode your host Jaimi sits down with Steph who was a previous client, to chat about their new home building journey.Steph & Chris enquired with Boss Building Brokers in early 2022, have been through the building process from start to finish, and moved into their brand-new home in July 2023.You'll get the low down from a client perspective on the building journey, challenges, favourite parts, and some handy tips.Check out Steph & Chris's building journey on Instagram: https://instagram.com/house.atop.the.hill➡️ BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL➡️ CONNECT ON INSTA➡️ WEBSITE➡️ TIK TOK➡️ LINKED IN
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