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Benefits of a house and land package
If you’re thinking about building but worried about the headache of making it happen yourself, a house and land package can make…
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Building new: total control and a smarter investment
When you buy an existing home, it always comes with compromise and risk. Learn why building your own home, rather than buying,…
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Smart-money home design
Want to create a stunning home that leaves everyone speechless? With smart design and cost-saving strategies, you can get the same effect…
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10 ideas for designing a home that is uniquely yours
Why blend in when you can stand out? Whether starting from scratch or customising one of our plans, get inspired to make…
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Ambition and passion meet big build energy
Born and bred in Whangarei, Ric Butturini wants to make the next generation proud. Passionate, hands-on and good with numbers, he went…
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Subdivide your way to the good life
If you’re sitting on a subdividable property, why not get in a better position to help your family into their home or…
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Building homes to fit our changing world
Summer 2023 has been tough for Kiwis, with Auckland’s severe flooding and Cyclone Gabrielle causing widespread devastation across the country. Our hearts…
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Hometown reputation means everything
Nigel Higgison, the new owner of our Manawatu and Horowhenua franchise, is a local boy born and bred. He spent 19 years…
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Architect by training, tradie at heart
Will Batts has always been in the property industry – with a successful property developer as a grandfather, you could almost say…
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Investment Property: Should you build or buy?
Ever thought of getting an investment property, owning your own? Well, there are loads of options out there, but would you buy…
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Team Taranaki is on a winning streak
It’s only been three years since Andrew and Julia Kuriger brought Sentinel Homes to Taranaki – and most of that has been…
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