Weekly Slice 248: Building Homes Faster and Cheaper! - with Rob Flux & Todd Sloan

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Aug 27, 2025

Rob Flux, from the Property Developer Network, shares his expertise in cutting construction costs and timelines. He discusses innovative building methods like modular construction and the benefits of sourcing materials from overseas. Rob highlights how the construction industry can revolutionize home building by adopting smarter strategies and project builders that streamline costs. Listeners can expect practical tools and insights to rethink their approaches to residential projects, ultimately enhancing efficiency and profitability.

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INSIGHT

Direct Sourcing Cuts Fixture Costs

Sourcing fixtures and fittings from factories can cut component costs by 20–30% without changing build time.
Rob estimates this can save $50k–$100k across a whole build when you fill at least half a container.

ANECDOTE

Vending Machine Import Memory

Todd recalls importing vending machines where inland freight cost exceeded ocean freight.
This illustrates the need to consider internal logistics when sourcing overseas.

ADVICE

Use Proper Sourcing, Not Alibaba Shortcuts

Use sourcing agents and logistics partners and avoid buying directly on Alibaba without due diligence.
Verify Australian compliance and buy from factories, not resellers, to capture real margin savings.

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