Land & Build Reality Check

Session One: Land & Intention Review

In the first session, we look at the land, your intended use, your assumptions and your wider plans.

We review what you already know, what you have been told, what documentation or information is available, and what appears to be missing.

This session helps clarify the core question: does this land appear to match the life, project or investment you are imagining — or are there issues that need to be investigated before you move further?

We cover:

• Your intended use: home, family base, rental, retreat, farming, business, long-term hold or mixed use

• The location and whether it fits your daily life, family needs or project goals

• Access, road condition and practical usability

• Utilities: water, electricity, internet and drainage considerations

• Slope, terrain and likely build-complexity questions

• Title, boundaries, survey and ownership questions to investigate

• Planning, permissions and land-use questions to raise

• Environmental and resilience considerations

• Budget, timeline and whether your expectations are realistic

• The key unknowns that need professional review

Between sessions

After the first call, I review the information provided and prepare a structured risk and next-step map.

This may include reviewing a listing, photos, location pin, lot plan, survey information, seller or agent notes, family-land context or other information you provide.

This is not technical verification. I do not confirm title, boundaries, planning permission, build cost or legal status. Instead, I identify the questions that need to be answered, the order in which they should be answered, and the professionals likely to be required.

Session Two: Risk Map & Professional Sequence

In the second session, we walk through the main risks, missing information and recommended next steps.

You leave with a clearer understanding of what to ask, who to involve, what not to assume, and whether your next step should be to pause, investigate further, proceed to professional due diligence, or consider a different route.

We cover:

• The main red flags or unresolved questions

• What needs legal, surveying, planning, architectural, engineering or valuation input

• Questions to ask the seller, agent, attorney, surveyor, architect or builder

• The recommended order of professional checks

• Budget and timeline pressure points

• Whether your intended use still appears realistic

• What to do before paying more money or making further commitments

Once you purchase a service, you’ll receive a confirmation email with the next steps.

You’ll be asked to complete a short intake form so I can understand your situation, priorities and any key documents, links or questions you want me to review before we meet.

You’ll receive a link to book your advisory session via Google Calendar. For services that include more than one session, we’ll schedule the first call and agree the timing of the follow-up.

Before the call, I’ll review the information you’ve provided so our time together is focused and practical.

During the session, we’ll work through your situation, clarify the key decisions, identify any red flags, and map the next steps.

Afterwards, you’ll receive the written notes, action map or brief included with your service. Where appropriate, I’ll also suggest relevant introductions, professionals or next conversations to pursue.

Most services are advisory in nature. I do not replace your lawyer, accountant, agent, surveyor, school, bank or government office. Where specialist advice or formal representation is needed, I’ll help you understand who to speak to and what to ask.