‘I feel like I’m in a movie.’ A statement I have heard more than once in the past few weeks. It made me think of the Chinese curse ‘May you live in interesting times.’ Times are certainly interesting at the moment – but I’m not sure I would use the word ‘cursed’. It’s true that …
Tag: New Home Construction Inspections
Why Do I Need A Maintenance Inspection?
It’s the Great Australian Dream – having a home of your own, especially a brand-new property ready for you and your family. Building a new home can be stressful and time-consuming but is ultimately an exciting and rewarding process. Experts agree that engaging the services of an independent property inspector to conduct new home construction …
Business as Usual at The Home Inspection Hub
Dear Customers Here at The Home Inspection Hub we share the community’s concern about the current outbreak of COVID-19, and we are following government directions to ensure the health and welfare of our staff, inspectors and clients. At The Home Inspection Hub it’s business as usual. This will be reviewed as required in the coming …
Read Before You Sign – Understanding A Building Contract
If you are using a building practitioner to build your new home, you will need to sign a contract. This can be an intimidating and unfamiliar document to navigate. Inspector Alan Green, contract review specialist for The Hub, says ‘most people engaging in the construction of a house are unaware of the importance of a …
Should I Buy Or Build?
Buying or building a home is a huge investment in time, money and emotion. The property market is a constant feature of our media and news cycle, and our screens are awash with advertising for new homes, real estate agents and associated services. There are costs and benefits to both options. In this article we …
Where To Invest in 2020
Are you thinking of investing in property in 2020? Whether you’re an experienced investor or making your first foray into the world of investing, it pays to do the groundwork by researching areas which will provide a solid return on your investment. Areas with solid infrastructure such as reliable transport links, schools, universities, hospitals and …