Buying in Brisbane’s Growth Corridors? Here’s What to Check Before You Commit

Buying in Brisbane’s growth corridors can offer genuine value, but each area also comes with its own inspection considerations. Ipswich, Logan, Moreton Bay and Redlands combine older housing stock, flood-prone pockets and rapidly expanding new estates, which is why knowing what to check matters. 

A professional building and pest inspection, or a handover inspection for a new build, helps you understand exactly what you’re buying before you commit. Continue reading “Buying in Brisbane’s Growth Corridors? Here’s What to Check Before You Commit”

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New Build in Brisbane? Why You Need an Independent Handover Inspection

Even certified, brand-new homes in Brisbane can have defects at handover, from waterproofing failures to incomplete or non-compliant work. It is recommended to book an independent handover inspection before settlement, while you still have leverage to get issues fixed before final payment is made.

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What to consider before buying property in a Brisbane flood zone

Buying property in a Brisbane flood zone can feel risky — especially if you remember the impact of the 2011 floods. While flood-prone areas may still offer lifestyle and price advantages, they come with additional considerations that buyers must fully understand before committing.

In this guide, we outline the key factors to consider when buying property in a Brisbane flood zone, including flood risk, insurance implications, renovation restrictions and the importance of a professional inspection.

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Martin Brisbane West Building and Pest Inspector

Inspector Cherrie Helps Protect Brisbane Homes

Martin Cherrie is a licensed building inspector with 35 years’ industry experience behind him. To date, he has inspected over 10,000 homes and with no intention of slowing down.

With bucket-loads of experience and a passion for helping homeowners and buyers, Martin is your building & pest inspector in Brisbane’s west. He services clients from Springfield Lakes to Indooroopilly and everywhere in between.

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David Brisbane Bayside Property Inspector

David Yeowart inspects your home in Brisbane’s Bayside

“Helping people is why I love being a property and pest inspector.”

David Yeowart has been inspecting homes in Brisbane’s Bayside area since 2008. He gets satisfaction from knowing he has saved his client potentially tens of thousand of dollars in future repairs by flagging property defects.

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Hidden costs of buying a home

Five hidden costs of buying a home

We are all well aware of the initial costs of buying a home…At least, we think we are. Often it’s where the money is spent that comes as a shock to first – home buyers.

It’s not over once the deposit has been saved and the winning offer made. Below are the five areas identified by experts where hidden costs are likely to exist.

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Time is Running Out

First homebuyers grant deadline approaching

QLD First homebuyers rush to secure $20,000 grant by June 30

First home buyers are racing around the clock to secure the $20,000 Queensland first home owners grant before it is cut by $5000 on June 30. Statewide there have been 4100 grants approved, totalling a whopping $82.5 million. Continue reading “First homebuyers grant deadline approaching”