Are you on the house-hunting trail? Spending all of your free time looking for a home? A real estate inspection only gives you limited time to view a property. Serious faults and defects may not be apparent at first glance. What are some red flags that mean you should just walk away? We asked our …
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Tax Deductions for Property Owners
Are you a property owner? Make sure you know all the tax deductions you are entitled to.

Should I Update or Relocate?
Have you begun to feel that your current home no longer suits your needs? Maybe you are starting to run out of room, are finding the upkeep costly and burdensome, or find yourself wishing you had a better entertaining area, bigger backyard or just some much-needed storage. Is it better to update – or relocate? …

What is Efflorescence and is it Serious?
Have you noticed something that looks like this on the brick or concrete areas of your home? Perhaps the report you have received after a building inspection mentions the term ‘efflorescence’ and you’re not sure what it is. We will look at what causes efflorescence, how it can be treated and prevented. Efflorescence is a …

The Top 5 Issues a Building and Pest Inspection Will Uncover
Are you house-hunting? Viewing a potential property several times before you make an offer is part of the due diligence all buyers should undertake. Attending several inspections will help you identify obvious issues and determine whether the property is the right fit for you in terms of location, size, position, feel and style. However, there …

Do I Need a New Home Construction Inspection at each Stage of my Build?
Building a new home is a big commitment time, money and energy. Organising a new home construction inspection at each stage of your build will ensure your home is being built to the relevant Australian standards, and in line with the contract you have signed. A new home is built in stages – an inspection …