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Extension of Time in Construction: What Property Developers Need to Know About EOT Claims
Extension of Time in Construction explained for property developers. Learn how EOT claims are assessed, including delays, time bars, critical paths and liquidated damages.

Adam Bahrami
Oct 612 min read


Construction Contract Types Australia: What Property Developers Need to Know Before Signing
Construction contract types Australia explained for property developers. Compare fixed price, cost-plus, D&C and other contracts and understand the risks before signing.

Adam Bahrami
Oct 114 min read


Progress Payments in Property Development: What Developers Need to Know
Learn how progress payments in property development work, how to assess builder claims, manage variations and finance, and avoid paying ahead of construction.

Adam Bahrami
Sep 25 min read


The Importance of a Quantity Surveyor in Property Development
Discover why a Quantity Surveyor in property development is essential for cost planning, feasibility, tender analysis, progress claims and controlling construction costs.

Adam Bahrami
Aug 269 min read


Building Information Modelling in Property Development: Why Developers Should Care
Discover how Building Information Modelling in property development can improve design coordination, reduce construction clashes, control costs and help developers manage project risk.

Ida Bahrami
Aug 259 min read


Construction Efficiency: How Smarter Project Management Saves Developers Time and Money
Most property developments don't suddenly fall behind the programme or exceed budget. Instead, profitability is gradually eroded by hundreds of small inefficiencies that often go unnoticed until it's too late. A consultant takes an extra week to issue revised drawings. A material order isn't placed early enough. A variation sits unanswered for several days. One trade finishes late, delaying the next three subcontractors. An engineer requests additional information after work

Adam Bahrami
Jul 157 min read


Fixed Price Construction Contract: What Every Property Developer Needs to Know Before Signing
Learn how a Fixed Price Construction Contract works, its advantages, risks and common misconceptions. Discover how property developers can protect their budget, minimise variations and reduce construction risk with better contract management.

Adam Bahrami
Jul 146 min read


Risk Management in Property Development: 15 Costly Mistakes Australian Developers Must Avoid
Property development can be one of the most effective ways to build long-term wealth in Australia, but it also comes with significant financial, planning, and construction risk. Whether you are a first-time homeowner looking to develop your backyard, an investor undertaking a duplex project, or an experienced developer managing a multi-dwelling site, understanding risk management in property development is critical to protecting your capital and maximising profitability. From

Adam Bahrami
Jun 118 min read


Delays in Property Development: The Hidden Mistakes That Can Destroy Project Profitability
Managing cash flow in property development is critical for protecting profitability and reducing project risk. Learn how Australian developers can manage construction costs, funding, GST, contingencies and project cash flow more effectively.

Ida Bahrami
May 217 min read


Managing Cash Flow in Property Development: The Financial Mistakes That Can Destroy a Project
Managing cash flow in property development is critical for protecting profitability and reducing project risk. Learn how Australian developers can manage construction costs, funding, GST, contingencies and project cash flow more effectively.

Adam Bahrami
May 208 min read
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