How this building trick can increase your property’s value

A leading developer has turned one of property’s biggest fears into a selling point, with sloping blocks at its Gold Coast project already commanding premium market prices.Michael Williams, Villawood’s Queensland NSW general manager, said many people worry about building on a slope or believe it’s too hard or too expensive, but it could be the opposite.“A slope build can actually be a very good thing,” Mr William said.“Homeowners at Villawood’s new The Arbour at Burleigh in Queensland are already proving just how sharp and clever building on slope can look – and just why building on slope is a serious positive.The Arbour project at Burleigh.“The market price for these custom builds, as evidenced in several Arbour homes on the market now, is already reflecting a very strong growth.”MORE NEWS: AFL star’s luxury home for saleShock twist nets man $100k in two hoursSurgeon lists ultra-private luxury estateMr Williams said there were a number of considerations to think about before building on a slope.The Arbour project at Burleigh.“First up, a slope build will help your property’s capital growth, a lot.,” he said.“Slope builds tend to deliver greater price increases, over time, compared...