[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":17},["ShallowReactive",2],{"blog-9-things-you-can-do-right-now-get-started-on-new-build-dream":3},{"headline":4,"category":5,"content":6,"publishDate":7,"url":8,"summary":9,"heroImage":10},"9 things you can do right now to get started on your new build dream","Living","\u003Ch3>1. Visit a showhome in person or take a virtual tour\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\u003Cp>We currently have 22 \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsignature.co.nz\u002Fshowhomes\">showhomes \u003C\u002Fa>across the country from Whangarei to Queenstown, with many more opening soon. There is nothing better than viewing a home in person, you get a real feel for the floorplan, you can run your hand along the quality finishes and collect interior style inspiration.  \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>If you would prefer to see a showhome from the comfort of your couch, you can view our showhomes via \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsignature.co.nz\u002Fshowhomes\">virtual tour.\u003C\u002Fa> Just select the showhome you like and scroll down the page to the 3D tour.  \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch3>2. Crunch your numbers\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\u003Cp>Our property finance experts at\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsignature.co.nz\u002Fpage\u002Ffinance-with-one50-group\"> One50 group\u003C\u002Fa> have been supporting customers through the ups and downs of the property market for over 18 years. Take advantage of unique finance products and record low interest rates. Their friendly team of experienced mortgage brokers can talk you through the finance opportunities available and help develop a personalised solution.  \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>You can also get a clear idea of your budget – including how much you can borrow and what your repayments will look like – use their calculator \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fone50group.typeform.com\u002Fto\u002FEuWThD\">here\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg class=\"img-fluid\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.datocms-assets.com\u002F56178\u002F1643227170-20200714-vinistra.jpg?fm=jpg&w=1600&q=50\" style=\"width: 1200px; height: 750px;\">\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch3>3. Find a floorplan that suits\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\u003Cp>Now comes the fun part: finding the perfect \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsignature.co.nz\u002Fpage\u002Fplans\">floorplan\u003C\u002Fa>. Are you looking to upsize or downsize your bedrooms? Do you want flexible spaces? Is a master suite high on your priority list? Have you considered features such as a butler’s pantry?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Begin by exploring our range of \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsignature.co.nz\u002Fpage\u002Fplans\">floorplans \u003C\u002Fa>– get to know the specs and how they fit with your family’s lifestyle. Imagine how you see yourself using the space, now and into the future.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch3>4. Refine your style\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\u003Cp>Social media is a new home builder’s best friend. The \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.facebook.com\u002FSignatureHomesNZ\">Signature Homes Facebook\u003C\u002Fa> page features style inspiration, news and build advice, while the #signaturehomesnz offers interior ideas and experiences shared by New Zealander’s building with us and our local teams. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.pinterest.nz\u002FSignatureNZ\u002F\">Pinterest \u003C\u002Fa>is another great way to gather inspiration, we have boards for each room of the house and others that feature different interior styles and finishes.    \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg class=\"img-fluid\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.datocms-assets.com\u002F56178\u002F1643227177-20200714-mapua.jpg?fm=jpg&w=1600&q=50\" style=\"width: 1200px; height: 750px;\">\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch3>5. Learn what to expect\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\u003Cp>Your home is one of the biggest investments of your life. It is vital you find a builder who you can trust and that you know what to expect from the process before it begins. Signature Homes offers peace of mind with the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsignature.co.nz\u002Fpage\u002Four-market-leading-building-guarantees\">best building guarantees in New Zealand\u003C\u002Fa>. Check out our \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsignature.co.nz\u002Fpage\u002Ftestimonials-client-experiences\">testimonials \u003C\u002Fa>to hear first-hand from real customers as they talk through their own build experience, the challenges and opportunities they encountered, and their considered advice for creating your dream home.  \u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch3>6. Take advantage of the Signature Homes blog\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\u003Cp>Get educated on all things finance and guarantees. Learn how to choose the right white. Look through real homes and learn tips and tricks from the homeowners. Get inspired \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsignature.co.nz\u002Fblogs\">here\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg class=\"img-fluid\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.datocms-assets.com\u002F56178\u002F1643227183-20200714-kokowai.jpg?fm=jpg&w=1600&q=50\" style=\"width: 1200px; height: 750px;\">\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch3>7. Browse the brochure library\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\u003Cp>Prefer to get your information in real life with easy-to-read format? Signature’s comprehensive \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsignature.co.nz\u002Fpage\u002Fbrochure-request\">brochure library \u003C\u002Fa>is online. Have a flick through our available tools including a Building Guide, collection look books and construction guides then order away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch3>8. Secure the perfect House & Land package\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\u003Cp>Looking for land? A \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsignature.co.nz\u002Fpage\u002Ftop-house-land-packages\">House and Land package\u003C\u002Fa> brings together a block of land and a home design that perfectly suits that block for a fixed price. It is an easy, secure way to buy a new home. Our expertise in \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsignature.co.nz\u002Fhouse-land\">House and Land\u003C\u002Fa> means we have a large range available to suit all budgets and the most discerning of tastes in the most popular locations, all at fixed prices.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Ch3>9. Get your questions answered\u003C\u002Fh3>\n\n\u003Cp>Ready to begin your dream home journey or just want a casual chat about your options? All Signature Homes New Home Consultants are available for a no-obligation call or visit. You can find your local team right \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fsignature.co.nz\u002Fpage\u002Ffind-local-team\">here\u003C\u002Fa>.  \u003Cbr>\n  \u003C\u002Fp>","2020-07-09","9-things-you-can-do-right-now-get-started-on-new-build-dream","Thinking about your dream home can be exciting and daunting, so here are the top 9 things you can do right now to get started.",{"url":11,"responsiveImage":12},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.datocms-assets.com\u002F56178\u002F1643227164-18397_blog_image.jpg",{"alt":4,"aspectRatio":13,"base64":14,"height":15,"width":16,"src":11},1.8916256157635467,"data:image\u002Fjpeg;base64,\u002F9j\u002F4AAQSkZJRgABAQAAAQABAAD\u002F2wCEAAoHBwgHBgoICAgLFQoVDhgQDQ0NGhUNFhEOFxoZGBYfIiEaHysjGh0oHRUWJDUlKC0vMjIyGSI4PTcwPCsxMi8BCgsLDg4OFw0NHDscFh0vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vL\u002F\u002FAABEIAA0AGAMBIgACEQEDEQH\u002FxAAYAAACAwAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABQQGB\u002F\u002FEAB0QAAIBBAMAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAECAAMFESEEEzH\u002FxAAVAQEBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAADAv\u002FEABcRAAMBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABEQL\u002F2gAMAwEAAhEDEQA\u002FANJe40+vOZCe7IRgGLa+RxzuKabsWO5CpbeSxnmq49hELVWUaMIoNyf\u002F2Q==",1015,1920,1778118676688]