Below are answers to common questions regarding the purchase of a removal home, covering essential details about the buying process, pricing and logistics.
We are based in Brisbane QLD and buy houses in South East Qld and North Eastern NSW for delivery to locations up to around 500km from Brisbane. Delivery over long distances can be cost prohibitive and impractical.
We specialize in finding and facilitating the purchase of suitable removal homes, from inspections and agreements to council approvals and delivery. We simplify the process, offering guidance and peace of mind from start to finish. Only homes assessed as practical and economical for relocation are listed, and we include delivery and re-stumping costs in the price for easier comparison. You can choose from trusted contractors or use your own, and we offer expert advice to ensure a smooth experience, especially for first-time buyers.
We exclusively handle homes that we buy and sell directly. If you already own a house you’d like to relocate, we can refer you to a relocation contractor.
The house is supplied as-is, with allowances for delivery within 100km in Queensland and re-stumping to 900mm above ground, assuming level site, standard soil, and access conditions. Delivery and re-stumping costs may vary based on transport limitations, site slope, soil, or height requirements. Final costs are confirmed after the delivery route survey and plans are completed. Concrete or terracotta roof tiles may not be included if deemed unsuitable for transport.
Drawings, engineering, private certification, and council application fees are not included, however we will guide and assist you through the process. These services typically cost between $10K – $12K. Your land may also require additional approvals from the local authority for things like bushfire, flood and slope stability. Once the house is delivered, you’ll be responsible for installing stairs and reconnecting services like power, water, and gas. Additionally, you may need to upgrade the structure to meet cyclonic tie-down requirements.
Buyers often need financing for a removal home, but it differs from financing for new builds or established properties. Banks typically won’t use the removal house as collateral, so securing a loan for the initial purchase and delivery may be difficult without sufficient equity. However, once the house is installed, banks can refinance based on the property’s value to release additional funds for completion, renovations, or additions.
Existing grants available to first home buyers in QLD require a comprehensive building contract with a licensed builder to carry out and manage the whole job from start to finish. Finance for first home buyers is typically difficult given most buyers will need a reasonable amount of cash, or equity in other property to use as security to fund the house purchase and delivery.
Once purchased, a removal home will generally take between 3 to 5 months to be delivered. This allows for the required council application and approval process to be completed prior to delivery.