The Enthusiast Lab

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Jun 2026

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Welcome to The Enthusiast Lab, the podcast for all things building related! Join us every week as we dive into a variety of topics, from how to get started to construction industry trends. Whether you're a seasoned builder or just starting out, our team of experts and enthusiasts will guide you through the world of building with helpful tips and advice. Tune in and become a part of our community of enthusiasts! You can find us on all the following social media platforms by typing in Mr Enthusiast: Website, Google, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok & Youtube or schedule an appointment by using our Linktree links

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June 4, 2026Episode 7652 min

Episode 76 - Q&A 6

Welcome to Episode 76 of The Enthusiast Lab! You asked, they answered. In this episode, Nik and Jules are back for another round of Q&A — working through the questions you’ve been sending in through social media and giving you the straight answers you actually want to hear. From building advice to behind the scenes of how Mr Enthusiast works, no scripts, no filters — just honest answers from the people running the show. If you’ve got a question of your own, drop it in the comments or send it through on socials. It might just make the next one.Let's Meet in Person: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/60min Let's Chat: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/quick-phone-chatWebsite: https://mrenthusiast.net.au/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MrEnthusiastNewHomesByNikInsta: https://www.instagram.com/mr.enthusiast_new_homes_by_nik/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mrenthusiastYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@mr.enthusiast8988

May 20, 2026Episode 7543 min

Episode 75 - Meet the Team: Kim

Welcome to Episode 75 of The Enthusiast Lab!In this episode, we'd like you to meet Kim — the newest member of the Mr Enthusiast team, joining us all the way from Adelaide.We sit down with Kim to get to know her as a person first — her life, her background, and what brought her into the world of building. We also chat about her own build with Mr Enthusiast, what that experience was like, and what her new role with the team looks like going forward.Having been through the building process herself, Kim brings a perspective that's hard to replicate. She knows what it feels like to be on the other side of the table — and now she's here to help others through it.If you're based in Adelaide or thinking about building in South Australia, this one's well worth a watch.Let's Meet in Person: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/60min Let's Chat: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/quick-phone-chatWebsite: https://mrenthusiast.net.au/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MrEnthusiastNewHomesByNikInsta: https://www.instagram.com/mr.enthusiast_new_homes_by_nik/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mrenthusiastYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@mr.enthusiast8988

April 29, 2026Episode 7426 min

Episode 74 - Meet the Team: Aislinn

Welcome to Episode 74 of The Enthusiast Lab!Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes once your build is underway?In this episode, we introduce you to Aislinn — our Sales Administration superstar and one of the key people making sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.We chat about her role, what sales administration actually involves, how she supports both the team and our clients throughout the process, and a bit about who she is outside of work.Building a home is a team effort — and Aislinn plays a big part in keeping everything organised, on track, and moving forward from the admin side of things.If you’ve worked with us before, you may have already come across her. If you’re thinking about building with us, this is your chance to meet another important member of the team who’ll be helping bring your build together.Let's Meet in Person: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/60min Let's Chat: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/quick-phone-chatWebsite: https://mrenthusiast.net.au/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MrEnthusiastNewHomesByNikInsta: https://www.instagram.com/mr.enthusiast_new_homes_by_nik/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mrenthusiastYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@mr.enthusiast8988

March 18, 2026Episode 7338 min

Episode 73 - The Real Cost of Building: Why the Advertised Price is a Trap.

Welcome to Episode 73 of The Enthusiast Lab.Building costs aren’t just the house price — and that’s where a lot of people get caught out.In this episode of The Enthusiast Lab, we break down the six real cost categories involved in building a home and explain why the advertised price can sometimes be a trap.We cover everything from land and siteworks through to prestart selections, government fees, finance costs and the expenses that often pop up after handover.If you're planning to build, this episode is designed to give you a clear, honest look at what the real numbers often look like.Let's Meet in Person: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/60min Let's Chat: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/quick-phone-chatWebsite: https://mrenthusiast.net.au/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MrEnthusiastNewHomesByNikInsta: https://www.instagram.com/mr.enthusiast_new_homes_by_nik/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mrenthusiastYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@mr.enthusiast8988

February 25, 2026Episode 7226 min

Episode 72 - Meet the Team: Bianca

Welcome to episode 72 of The Enthusiast Lab!In this episode of The Enthusiast Lab, we introduce you to Bianca — our Customer Experience Representative and one of the key people keeping everything (and everyone) on track at Mr Enthusiast.We chat about her role, what she actually does day-to-day, how she supports our clients throughout their building journey, and a bit about who she is outside of work too.Building a home isn’t just about plans and pricing — it’s about people. And Bianca plays a big part in making sure our clients feel supported, informed, and looked after from start to finish.If you’re thinking about building with us, this is a great chance to meet one of the team members who’ll be right there in your corner.Let's Meet in Person: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/60min Let's Chat: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/quick-phone-chatWebsite: https://mrenthusiast.net.au/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MrEnthusiastNewHomesByNikInsta: https://www.instagram.com/mr.enthusiast_new_homes_by_nik/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mrenthusiastYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@mr.enthusiast8988

February 11, 2026Episode 7134 min

Episode 71 - 2026 Market Snapshot: What home builders actually need to know!

Welcome to Episode 71 of The Enthusiast Lab!What does 2026 actually look like for home builders? No hype. No scare tactics. Just the facts.In this episode, we break down the real market conditions heading into 2026 — from land availability and build costs to construction timelines and buyer demand.There’s plenty of noise out there right now. Headlines, opinions, predictions. But what are we actually seeing on the ground? What’s moving? What’s tight? And what should you genuinely be preparing for if you’re planning to build this year?This episode is your straight-up market snapshot — a clear picture of what’s happening right now in WA and what it means for you.If you're building, thinking about building, or just trying to understand where the market is heading, this one’s worth your time.Let's Meet in Person: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/60min Let's Chat: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/quick-phone-chatWebsite: https://mrenthusiast.net.au/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MrEnthusiastNewHomesByNikInsta: https://www.instagram.com/mr.enthusiast_new_homes_by_nik/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mrenthusiastYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@mr.enthusiast8988

January 28, 2026Episode 7044 min

Episode 70 - We’re Back — And the Market’s Still Wild

Welcome to episode 70 of The Enthusiast Lab!We’re back! After a few months off the mic, The Enthusiast Lab is firing back up — and we’ve got a lot to catch up on.In this episode, Nik and Julia sit down to talk about what’s changed (and what hasn’t) since our last drop. Spoiler alert: land is still scarce, prices are still shifting, and it’s more important than ever to know what you’re walking into if you’re planning to build.We talk land availability, average build costs, and how the market is moving right now in WA — with our usual dose of honesty, opinions, and real-world context from the front lines of the industry.If you're trying to make sense of building in 2025, this is your refresh.Let's Meet in Person: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/60min Let's Chat: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/quick-phone-chatWebsite: https://mrenthusiast.net.au/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MrEnthusiastNewHomesByNikInsta: https://www.instagram.com/mr.enthusiast_new_homes_by_nik/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mrenthusiastYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@mr.enthusiast8988

October 15, 2025Episode 6926 min

Episode 69 - Inside the Loan Process: What Really Happens with Your Broker

Welcome to Episode 69 of The Enthusiast Lab!In this episode, we’re back with Maddison from Oui Finance — our trusted finance partner — for a deeper look at the real role of your broker and how much work goes into getting your loan over the line.If you’re planning to build and want to know what Maddie does, how she helps clients navigate the finance maze, and what you can expect when you work with her — this is your behind-the-scenes pass.This episode is all about the real work that happens behind the scenes — the follow-ups, the problem-solving, the strategic thinking — and what it’s actually like to have a broker who’s actually in your corner.Let's Meet in Person: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/60min Let's Chat: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/quick-phone-chatWebsite: https://mrenthusiast.net.au/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MrEnthusiastNewHomesByNikInsta: https://www.instagram.com/mr.enthusiast_new_homes_by_nik/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mrenthusiastYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@mr.enthusiast8988

October 1, 2025Episode 6830 min

Episode 68 - The NEW First Home Guarantee Scheme

Welcome to Episode 68 of the Enthusiast Lab!Big changes are coming for first home buyers in Australia — and they kick off October 1st.In this episode of The Enthusiast Lab, we’re joined by Maddison from Oui Finance — our go-to mortgage broker — to unpack the new First Home Buyers Guarantee rolling out nationwide.This new scheme could be a game-changer for buyers who are ready to build but struggling with deposit hurdles. Maddison breaks down what the guarantee actually means, who’s eligible, how it could impact your borrowing power, and what it looks like in real terms.If you’ve been on the fence about whether building is possible for you — or just want to understand how this new scheme could work in your favour — this episode is your shortcut to the facts!Let's Meet in Person: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/60min Let's Chat: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/quick-phone-chatWebsite: https://mrenthusiast.net.au/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MrEnthusiastNewHomesByNikInsta: https://www.instagram.com/mr.enthusiast_new_homes_by_nik/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mrenthusiastYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@mr.enthusiast8988

September 17, 2025Episode 6756 min

Episode 67 - Q&A Live

Welcome to Episode 67 of The Enthusiast Lab!In this episode, Nik and Julia jump into a no-filter Q&A, answering real questions sent in by our Instagram community.We streamed part of it live on Instagram — but this is the full, "uncut" version.From common build concerns to client-specific scenarios, budgeting questions and questions about interstate building, there's plenty of information here to digest!Whether you’re about to start your building journey or just love a bit of behind-the-scenes insight, this episode gives you a front-row seat to how we do things at Mr Enthusiast: honest answers, real talk, and no dodging the hard stuff.Let's Meet in Person: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/60min Let's Chat: https://calendly.com/mrenthusiast/quick-phone-chatWebsite: https://mrenthusiast.net.au/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MrEnthusiastNewHomesByNikInsta: https://www.instagram.com/mr.enthusiast_new_homes_by_nik/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mrenthusiastYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@mr.enthusiast8988