As professional building inspectors, we are constantly reminded of the importance of keeping up to date with basic property maintenance. A small amount of basic maintenance now can save on major repairs (and money) down the track. Most major defects fall…
Keeping warm and safe during cooler months of the year also means being alert to indoor health hazards. It is important to remember that there is a huge difference in how you run your home when the weather begins to…
Although the Queensland summer is over for another year, we hope at some stage you’ll get some use out of your pool in this sunshine state of ours! As the cooler weather approaches, don’t fail to properly maintain your pool.…
If you’re up in Northern Queensland you might not notice much of a change in weather, while Brisbane will definitely feel a chill in the air by now. As our lifestyles naturally change with the seasons, so should our homes.…
Many people know they should get a building and pest inspection on a property they have under contract or are seriously looking at purchasing. Though a lot of buyers don’t know what the inspector actually looks for and reports on.…
When shopping for a property, it’s a good idea to do two types of checks; the first is your own DIY appraisal and the second, if you’re serious about the property, is to bring in the professionals who can ensure…
You’ve finally done it! You’ve stepped out of the rental market and you are a heartbeat away from purchasing your first home. The location is amazing, the building and pest inspection came back all clear, and the corner café makes…
Are you getting your home ready for sale? An effective way you can increase your home’s appeal to buyers is property styling; also known as property staging. Gone are the days where simply having a clean home and the aroma…
We are now into a new year, and with the new year comes new resolutions and priorities. If one of your goals this year is buying a new home, here’s some valuable advice on where to start. When it comes…
At it’s last meeting for 2018, the RBA decided to leave the cash rate at 1.5%. Inflation remains low and stable, though is expected to pick up gradually over the next few years. In Australia, money-market interest rates have declined,…
