Freight Forwarding & Importing Made Simple (Stockwells) + 14 Lot Subd (Mohammad)

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In-Person: 1:30pm (Brisbane time) to 'Mingle With The Expert'
Virtual: 2pm (Brisbane time)

INTRODUCING THE INDUSTRY EXPERT:
Freight Forwarding & Importing Made Simple! Stockwell’s (Jack Stockwell)

Your property development looks profitable. But what happens when your imported materials don’t arrive on time or cost far more than expected?

You’ve found the site. Your plans are in place. You’re ready to build, and importing materials from overseas looks like a great way to manage costs.

Then shipping costs blow out. Deliveries are delayed. Australian Customs or biosecurity issues bring your materials to a standstill, and suddenly your construction programme is under pressure. Your holding costs keep climbing, your trades are waiting, and your profit margin is taking a hit.

Many mum-and-dad developers assume their overseas suppliers will take care of everything. But what if something goes wrong? Who is looking after your interests here in Australia? And do you understand the shipping, customs and biosecurity requirements that could derail your project?

Because importing isn't just about finding cheaper materials. It’s about getting the right products to the right place, at the right time, without expensive surprises.

So, would you know how to manage the importing process correctly? And would you recognise the risks before they start costing you money?

At our next Property Developer Network Meetup, Jack Stockwell from Stockwell’s will present on Importing for Property Development: How to Avoid Costly Mistakes and Delays.

You’ll gain insights into:
• The big picture of importing and what property developers need to understand before getting started
• Understanding Incoterms and knowing who is responsible for what
• Buying from multiple suppliers and coordinating deliveries to suit your construction programme
• FCL versus LCL shipping and when each option makes sense
• Australian Customs and biosecurity requirements, including the risks developers often overlook
• Getting your containers from port to construction site, including delivery options and staged deliveries
• Common importing mistakes that lead to unexpected costs, project delays and expensive surprises
• A real-world case study and how Stockwell can help simplify the importing process

Most importantly, you’ll learn why having the right Australian freight forwarder in your corner can help you navigate the process, protect your interests and keep your development moving.

Because successful property development isn't just about buying materials at the right price. It's about getting them to site when you need them, avoiding costly mistakes and protecting the profit you worked so hard to create.

INTRODUCING THE REAL DEAL:
1 into 14 Lot Subdivision (Mohammad Araghian)
2.39HA, Bethania, Queensland

You’ve found the site. Potential to Subdivide into 16 lots.

The numbers stack up. The potential is there. What could go wrong?

You’re ready to move forward.

Sounds straightforward, right?

Then development reality kicks in

The wrong engineer. Changing flood levels. Council changing its position not once, but twice.

And suddenly, what should have been a straightforward approval process drags on for years.

Here’s what many mum-and-dad developers don’t realise

Even when you do your homework, things can change and your deal can be at risk.

Mohammad Araghian experienced these challenges firsthand.

After securing the site, he faced years of delays trying to obtain OPW approval. His initial engineer proved unsuitable for the job, finding a replacement wasn't easy, flood levels changed, and Council shifted its position along the way.

The project even lost two lots.

So, what kept the deal moving forward

Significant growth in the surrounding area helped compensate for the lost lots, while patient investors stood by despite the delays.

At our next Property Developer Network Meetup, Mohammad will share the real story behind his development, including:
• The challenges he faced navigating the approval process
• What went wrong with the engineering and how it affected the project
• How changing flood levels and Council decisions created unexpected hurdles
• How area growth helped offset the loss of two lots
• The lessons he'd share with other mum-and-dad developers

Because property development rarely goes exactly to plan.

The key isn't avoiding every problem. It's understanding how to navigate them without letting your deal fall apart.

Join us for this event and progress your property journey forward in our very unique Mastermind process!

See you all soon!