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Mould – The Silent Killer
Mould: Ugly, yes. But the health consequences of inaction are uglier. Gizmodo explains: “A common mould called Aspergillus, when inhaled...
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The Case For More Home Inspections
Building surveyors are calling on Victoria’s state government to mandate balcony inspections. This follows the tragic balcony collapse in...
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10 Horrifying Traps a (Good) House Inspector Might Find
Number One: Asbestos. Enough said. Number Two: Termites. In a word: EVIL. Number Three: Fire hazards. Wouldn’t wish this...
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Smoke Alarms – America’s Move May Trigger Australian Action
It’s an important topic. Will moves in the United States regarding smoke alarms trigger a debate here? The dirt:...
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The Dirt On Property Depreciation
What’s depreciation? In a nutshell, it’s an allowance under tax laws in Australia for investors. It means they can...
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Blacklists For Potential Tenants? You Betcha!
Yes. Blacklisting tenants is a thing and may not be talked about because of shame-related issues. According to the...
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The Science Of Inspections
There’s a science to property inspections. Seriously. Because while your average inspector can and does spot problems, a trained...
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Rental Reforms To Hit Queensland
Queensland’s 40-year-old rental laws are under scrutiny. One big potential change: making it easier for tenants to own pets...
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To Buy Or Not To Buy (Off The Plan)
To buy or not to buy (off the plan) is an important issue for an increasing number of new...
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Asbestos Imports – A Health Concern
If you follow the news, you’ll be aware that Chinese companies have been exporting asbestos products to Australia. But...