Author

Raj

Co-Founder & CTO, Build Paperless

Raj is the co-founder and CTO of Build Paperless. He brings deep technical expertise in building scalable platforms and a focus on Australian compliance requirements. He writes about construction compliance, state-specific regulations, and how technology can reduce risk for residential builders.

Areas of Expertise

Construction compliance (NSW, VIC, QLD)HBCF and Home Warranty insuranceProgress payment regulationsBuilding contract managementConstruction risk management

Articles by Raj

Compliance9 min read

HBCF Insurance in NSW: What Every Builder Needs to Know

HBCF insurance is mandatory for residential work over $20,000 in NSW. This guide covers how it works, what it costs, common mistakes, and how to stay compliant.

Compliance11 min read

Building in Victoria: The Compliance Guide Every Residential Builder Needs

The VBA is gone, the BPC is here, and the rules have changed. Here's what Victorian residential builders need to know about registration, insurance, payments, and the new rectification powers.

Industry Insights9 min read

The TikTok Inspector, Victoria's Building Crisis, and Why Documentation Matters More Than Ever

Zeher Khalil is exposing building defects across Victoria on TikTok. With the VBA replaced and new regulations incoming, here's what builders need to know.

Compliance9 min read

How to Handle Construction Variations in NSW Without the Drama

Variations don't have to mean disputes. Here's how NSW builders manage scope changes, pricing, and client approvals the right way.

Industry Insights7 min read

Your Inbox Is Not a Project Management System

You know email isn't working. Documents get lost, variations go unsigned, and clients email at midnight. Here's what actually replaces it.

Industry Insights7 min read

Why the Builders Who Share More Win More Work

The builders getting the best referrals aren't the cheapest. They're the ones whose clients never have to chase them for updates.