<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Merbain Homes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Building Dreams with Unmatched Craftsmanship]]></description><link>https://www.merbain.com.au/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:23:33 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.merbain.com.au/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Two building quotes. Are they really pricing the same house?]]></title><description><![CDATA[If two building quotes are a long way apart, we'd want to know why. Here's what to check before deciding which one offers better value.]]></description><link>https://www.merbain.com.au/post/how-to-compare-custom-home-building-quotes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ad1a69fbdcf8171015141df</guid><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/df0739_4000924c31744acbaad7df84ee14a39c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_793,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Merbain Homes</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Electrical selections: think about how you'll use each room]]></title><description><![CDATA[Where will the bed go? What needs power in the pantry? We look at the everyday details with you before the walls close up.]]></description><link>https://www.merbain.com.au/post/electrical-decisions-before-plasterboard</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ad1a69fbdcf8171015141e0</guid><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/df0739_ba3388d2f3c043f5a456a1b1e81262cb~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_793,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Merbain Homes</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What are you actually paying for before building starts?]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's a lot to sort out before a build starts. We explain what your project needs, what each stage covers and what you'll receive for the fee.]]></description><link>https://www.merbain.com.au/post/what-preconstruction-covers-custom-home-brisbane</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ad1a69fbdcf8171015141de</guid><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/df0739_2765fb1e66be474f917b4c2310a27379~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_793,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Merbain Homes</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Already have an architect? Let's talk before the plans are finished]]></title><description><![CDATA[We like working with your architect while there's still room to talk through the detail, the budget and how the home will be built.]]></description><link>https://www.merbain.com.au/post/when-to-involve-builder-with-architect-brisbane</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ad1a69fbdcf8171015141dc</guid><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/df0739_98d4bc90efba4f88aacc34dc8bfc6542~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_793,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Merbain Homes</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Supplying your own fixtures? Check the total cost first]]></title><description><![CDATA[Buying your own fittings? Let's check installation, delivery, timing and warranty arrangements before you order.]]></description><link>https://www.merbain.com.au/post/owner-supplied-fixtures-building-budget</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ad1a69fbdcf8171015141dd</guid><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/df0739_33f666ae5b124224a0c6ba40e913b0fd~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_793,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Merbain Homes</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>