As with all big investments, there are also big risks - and loses - if you don't do your homework properly.

Even the smallest oversight can end up blowing your budget and leaving you with a home that is not as functional or comfortable as you'd hope for.

This simple guide is aimed at helping you tick off all the necessaries that must be considered and attended to during a building project. It will help you avoid the pitfalls can threaten to turn your building experience into a nightmare and ensure that you get what you pay for.

In this book | website you will learn to:

• Price your project and set a realistic building budget;
• Choose the right team of professionals and ensure that they deliver;
• Make certain that all approvals have been secured and legalities have been met, including insurance to protect your financial investment should things go wrong;
• Fully understand and negotiate a fair building contract;
• Successfully manage your building projects from start to finish.