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Building? Here Are Mark Campbell’s Lessons Learned
“My rationale for building new was threefold,” writes Mark Campbell, a working-class Aussie. “Firstly, it enabled me to have control over the end product and it made sense from an investment perspective because I could maximise depreciation and thirdly it was…
Why ‘The Block’ Is More Than Just A Pretty Living Space
Sure, it’s pretty. No question. Her inner-city beachy location is also a big positive. But besides the prospect of rising property and house prices long-term there’s another reason why ‘The Block’ is more than just a pretty face on a reality…
What Is Asbestos: Key Insights for Homes & Businesses
Think asbestos is old news – and not relevant in today’s society? Think again. Here’s one of many asbestos-related news stories. From the Western Advocate: WORK on Bathurst Tennis Centre’s new $800,000 clubhouse has come to a halt after workers uncovered…
Buying Off-The-Plan Housing: A Smart Guide for Buyers
Buying an off-the-plan house needn’t be scary if you make smart choices. One important choice: Seeking out experts in New Construction Inspection – and Jim’s Building Inspections is a good place to start. Buying off-the-plan with professional guidance is the key…
Understanding Property Depreciation for Homeowners
Sad fact: Many Australian rental property owners are failing to correctly calculate depreciation. “I have often seen clients who have owned investment properties for five, six or seven years and have never claimed any form of depreciation because they weren’t aware…
How A Good Building Inspection Saves Costly Repairs?
Put yourself in Hao’s shoes. He buys his dream home only to discover a buyer’s worst nightmare: most of his buildings are illegal. As the Whittlesea Council says: His bungalow was constructed without a permit. And to add insult to financial…
Why Do You Need Building & Pest Inspection?
A good building inspector knows how to find termite issues. A bad building inspector, by way of contrast, is a termite’s best friend. When Joe Blow (not his real name) bought a two-bedroom 1920s terrace in Sydney’s inner west for around…
Why Rental Safety Inspections Matter
“When Jonathan’s family rented a home, they began experiencing recurring headaches,” reports news.com.au. “Then they made a shocking discovery.” It turns out that Jonathan and even his children were victims of dangerous traces of crystal meth. What’s more, the piece explains…
Two Things You Need To Know About Smoke Alarms
One: Smoke Alarms Aren’t Always Reliable Smoke alarms aren’t always reliable which is why a professional inspector can make your job easier and life safer. A good inspection takes into account adequate positioning and operational status in order to protect your…