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Stay updated with our latest articles and expert advice on property inspections. Our blog offers valuable insights, helpful tips, and industry news to guide you through every aspect of property assessment and maintenance.
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Property Depreciation – Some Questions
Q: What’s property depreciation all about? A: In a nutshell, depreciation is a tax deduction when your property’s value declines. The result: Less tax, more money in your pocket. Q: Where can I find professional help? A: Jim’s Building Inspections is…
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Property Depreciation: A Valuable Tax Deduction Guide
Looking to claim? For property owners, depreciation is the gift that keeps on giving and another reason to talk with the professionals at Jim’s Building Inspections. To wit, investors deduct the amount of income-producing assets in decline over the financial year.…
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Health Risks of Mould: How To Protect Your Wellbeing
Imagine if you were battling the following: Nose bleeds, chest infections, sinus troubles, asthma, hair loss, breathing issues, chronic fatigue, rashes and headaches. Sad to say, but these are just some of the potential consequences of living with mould as outlined…
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Building Advice: Key Lessons from Mark Campbell’s
“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…
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Why Block Apartments Is a Smarter Buy Than It Appears
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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…