--- title: Classic Builders Blog | Education description: Education | Get the latest news from Classic Builders --- [![Classic Group](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/hubfs/CG-P-Logo-FullCol-RGB.png)](https://classicgroup.nz/) # Classic Builders Blog - [All](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog) - [Inspiration](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/tag/inspiration) - [Testimonials](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/tag/testimonials) - [Design & Build](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/tag/design-build) - [Education](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/tag/education) - [Media Releases](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/tag/media-releases) - [First Home Buyer](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/tag/first-home-buyer) - [Sponsorship](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/tag/sponsorship) - [House & Land](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/tag/house-land) 13.12.2021 [Designing your home from scratch? Here’s where to start.](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/designing-your-home-from-scratch-heres-where-to-start) The possibilities are practically endless when it comes to designing your new home from scratch. It’s exciting, but can also be a little overwhelming. However, [Read article](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/designing-your-home-from-scratch-heres-where-to-start) 23.11.2021 [What is a site evaluation and why do you need one when building new?](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/what-is-a-site-evaluation-and-why-do-you-need-one-when-building-new) To build new is to dream of all the ways your home can be designed and built just for you. But before that process can begin, it’s important to ensure all the [Read article](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/what-is-a-site-evaluation-and-why-do-you-need-one-when-building-new) 01.11.2021 [Building new vs. buying existing - which is the right choice for you?](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/building-new-vs.-buying-existing-which-is-the-right-choice-for-you) When it’s time to upsize or downsize, most of us generally head straight to listings of existing property for sale. Perhaps it is seen as the ‘easier’ option, [Read article](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/building-new-vs.-buying-existing-which-is-the-right-choice-for-you) 18.10.2021 [House & Land vs. Design & Build](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/house-land-vs.-design-build) Choosing to build a new home is a big decision! But even once you’ve settled on that, you then have to decide if you should purchase a house and land package [Read article](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/house-land-vs.-design-build) 28.09.2021 [What Are Land Covenants?](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/what-are-land-covenants) Building a home is certainly an exciting journey to embark on, it’s an opportunity to choose almost everything that will come together to create your dream [Read article](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/what-are-land-covenants) 17.09.2021 [4 Things a Builder Should Be Doing Before Giving You a Price](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/4-things-a-builder-should-be-doing-before-giving-you-a-price) The cost to build can make or break our decision to build a new home - everyone has a budget of course. But when we’re caught up in the excitement of wanting [Read article](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/4-things-a-builder-should-be-doing-before-giving-you-a-price) 21.01.2021 [Choosing the Right Builder](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/choosing-the-right-builder) Before looking at land, going to an architect, or looking at floorplans, focus on finding a good builder. Builders live and breathe this stuff every day, so [Read article](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/choosing-the-right-builder) 18.11.2020 [Where to Start on your Design & Build Journey](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/where-to-start-on-your-design-build-journey) Your journey building your dream home is going to be one of the most exciting experiences of your life. [Read article](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/where-to-start-on-your-design-build-journey) 07.09.2020 [Saving for a First Home Deposit](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/saving-for-a-first-home-deposit) There’s a popular idea out there that young Kiwi’s will never be able to buy their own home. But, while some are complaining about house prices, others are out [Read article](https://classicbuilders.classicgroup.nz/blog/saving-for-a-first-home-deposit) Need to talk to our team? Find a Showhome near you. [Contact](https://www.classicbuilders.co.nz/locations/) © 2010 - 2026 Classic Group - 160 Seventeenth Avenue Tauranga South Tauranga New Zealand 3112