Comprehensive Guide to Pre-Purchase Building Inspections in Auckland
Blog
04/18/24
Auckland's thriving housing market can feel like a whirlwind for first-time homebuyers and seasoned investors alike. As the foundation of a new ch...
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Electrical Issues in Building Inspections
Blog
04/11/24
Many prospective and established property owners need to pay more attention to the importance of identifying electrical issues as part of comprehe...
Why Meth Testing is Essential for Property Buyers and Sellers
Blog
04/04/24
In the complex landscape of real estate transactions, one crucial aspect often overlooked by both buyers and sellers is methamphetamine contamination....
The Importance of Moisture Testing in Building Inspections
Blog
03/28/24
In the realm of building inspections, moisture testing often takes centre stage. It's not simply a cursory part of the procedure, but a vital componen...
The Benefits of a Pre-Sale Building Inspection for Home Sellers
Blog
03/21/24
Selling a home can be a daunting task, filled with paperwork, negotiations, and endless viewings. But there's one task that many sellers overlook&mdas...
Pre-Purchase Building Inspections: What You Can Expect
Blog
03/14/24
Purchasing a property is likely to be one of the most significant investments you will make in your lifetime. Therefore, it is crucial to conduct thor...
Meth Testing: Protect Your Home and Health
Blog
03/07/24
Methamphetamine, commonly known as meth or "P", is a growing issue in the Auckland and Waikato regions, causing severe damage to both lives and proper...
Weather Impacts on Building Inspections
Blog
02/29/24
Weather conditions play a crucial role in the overall building assessment process. With varying climates in the Auckland and Waikato regions, proper...
Importance of Meth Testing in Building Inspections
Blog
02/15/24
Methamphetamine, commonly known as meth, has become a prevalent issue in many homes and buildings, posing health risks to its occupants. This concern ...
Building Inspection Guide for First-Time Home Buyers in Auckland
Blog
02/08/24
Purchasing a home is a significant step in one's life, especially for first-time buyers. Alongside the excitement of this milestone, the process can a...
Structural Inspections in Pre-Purchase Building Report
Blog
02/01/24
The structural integrity of a building is crucial for ensuring a property's safety and long-term durability. A home's foundation, load-bearing walls, ...
Understanding the Importance of Meth Testing During Building Inspections
Blog
01/25/24
Methamphetamine, or 'meth', is an illicit substance that poses severe risks to human health and safety. Unbeknownst to many Auckland and Waikato homeo...
Identifying Insulation in Your Home: A Guide
Blog
01/18/24
Proper insulation is vital for creating a comfortable living environment in your home, as it helps to maintain a stable temperature and reduce energy ...
Building Inspections in Auckland and Waikato Region
Blog
01/11/24
Purchasing or selling a property in the Auckland and Waikato regions represents a significant financial investment, with the potential for a...
What to Look for in Building Inspections
Blog
12/28/23
Whether you are an Auckland property buyer, seller, or a homeowner concerned with the ongoing maintenance of your property, understanding what to lo...
Essential Checklist for Building Inspections
Blog
01/04/2024
Understanding the crucial elements to have checked during your building inspection is integral to protecting your property investment and ensuring...
The Value of Pre-Sale/Pre-Purchase Building Inspections
Blog
12/21/2023
When it comes to property transactions, whether you are buying or selling, ensuring that you are making a wise and informed decision is crucial. Tru...
The Importance of Building Inspection Reports for Property Buyers and Sellers
Blog
12/14/2023
Purchasing or selling a property is a significant decision, and ensuring the investment's safety and value is crucial for all parties involved. One of...
5 reasons a pre-purchase building inspection is essential
It may seem one of the more tedious aspects of buying yourself a home, but building inspections are a blessing.
It may seem one of the more tedious aspects of buying yourself a home, but building inspections are a blessing. It’s surprising...
When is it prime time to sell your house?
They say change is the only constant in life, but how do you know when it’s time to sell your home?
Is it time? Lifestyle changes are often the reason behind the decision to sell. But keep in mind that the decision to sell may not coincide w...
How to indentify an ugly duckling property
Being able to spot an “ugly duckling” – a property which presents badly, but has the potential to be great – is a fine art. It can be learned, though.
Ugly ducklings are often overlooked because they look like hard work. But many can be transformed into beautiful, profitable swans, wit...
Thinking of building a granny flat?
When a house is starting to feel a little cramped, the backyard is the logical place to seek some extra space.
But while "building out the back” is popular across the country, it requires research and planning. Homeowners often ask for advice about b...
The REAL Reason home owners renovate and decorate
Over half of home owners who renovate or decorate their homes are looking to add value to their properties
Under Half of home owners believe their decorating and renovating efforts will increase the value of their property by between $20,000 and $100,000....
The Profit of Adding a New Bedroom to Your Home
Home owners understand that adding a bedroom will increase the value of their property, but by how much exactly?
While a combination of factors ultimately determine the value of a property, adding a bedroom to a house valued between $500,000 and $1 mill...
Auction tips for Buyers
Property auctions can be intimidating, especially for first-time buyers, so knowing what to do and what not to do is essential.
Be prepared Pre-auction preparation is absolutely vital to success. Would-be buyers should talk to the selling agent, research comparable pro...
Establishing a property’s true value
With the real estate market continuing to roll from strength to strength, trying to determine a property’s true value is an ever-present chall...
How to deal with meth contaminated properties
How to deal with meth contaminated properties... Methamphetamine (P) contamination is a growing concern for owners and property invest...
Should you Buy a Property with Family or Friends?
On face value, the notion of pooling your financial resources with family or friends in order to buy a property makes perfect sense.
It immediately increases your buying power, and for many first home buyers, it’s potentially one of the only ways they can afford to get into ...
Seasonal Selling
They say spring is the time to sell, but a knowledgeable seller on the market can take advantage of any season!
While historically agents have told vendors to hold off selling until spring, many people simply sell when they need to. nowadays it’s less abou...
Moving house like a pro
If there’s ever a time to embrace a comprehensive checklist, it’s when moving house.
The daunting process of shifting homes – whether to the next suburb or another city – can be streamlined by using a detailed checklist and timel...
Negotiating the purchase price - What to do...
There’s much more to negotiating a purchase price than meets the eye. It’s a fine art, requiring careful research and a clear strategy.
Understand the process Knowing as much as possible about a potential property transaction and how it will run benefits buyers That extends...
Signs a suburb is about to soar in value
Understanding the factors that trigger price growth helps ensure you pick a winning investment at the right time.
When it comes to investing in property, capital growth is king. While income helps you hold on to your investments over the long term, it’s capita...
Being Frugal with Renovations
When renovating a property destined for sale, it’s all about the bottom line, so knowing how to skimp but still get a great price, is vital.
The very first consideration if renovating a property you plan to sell, is to ensure you have a strong enough market to make it work. Even when you ...
What to look for when buying in a new neighbourhood
Choosing a new neighbourhood can be a tough decision for a family.
While price is often the determining factor, particularly if you’re upsizing your home, it still makes sense to narrow the search to inclu...
Should I invest in new developments?
For investors looking to buy real estate, there’s two options; buying new or established.
For the majority of investors, established property is a far better option than investing in a new development. This is because capital growth p...
How to sell your home looking its best
When it comes to selling your home, first impressions can be everything.
The feeling that potential buyers get when they see your home for the first time can be the difference between them returning to inspect a secon...
10 things to inspect before buying a fixer upper
Before you take the plunge, make sure you tick off the top 10 things to consider before purchasing...
Have you been inspired by The Block and Grand Designs and harbour dreams of buying a rundown property, preferably in a good neighbourhood for be...
6 Essentials before making an offer on a home
You’ve found your dream home and you want to make it yours. Here are the six essential things to do before placing an offer on a property.
1. Does the vendor accept offers? First off, it’s important to check if the vendor is even in a position to field and accept offers. Some agents...
Building vs Renovating - how decide which is best for you
Knocking down and rebuilding can be a more cost effective option than renovating an old home. But there’s factors you need to consider on both sides.
The top six things to consider for renovating versus building new: Weighing the costs If you’re planning an extensive renovation...
Do you need moving insurance?
Amid the chaos of moving house, it’s easy to overlook things, but researching moving insurance is one job that shouldn’t be neglected.
Like any other kind of insurance, moving cover provides peace of mind and financial protection, but experts say it’s important to read the fine pr...
Figuring out what a property is really worth..
If a property is listed without a price how do you know what it’s worth?
Build affinity with the agents When agents pitch for the vendors business, they will generally have to come up with a range of comparab...
A few conditions to check before buying a home
Attending an open for inspection can be a discouraging task for anyone, no matter how experienced you are.
Don’t let the styled décor sway you too much, there’s more to your new home than just how much you love or hate the i...
Summer Maintenance tips
POST EDITORIAL NOV 2016
12/11/2016
Now that summer is finally upon us and the days are longer it is a good time to get on top of general home main...
5 Reasons to get a Inspection
POST EDITORIAL OCT 2016
15/10/2016
5 Reasons to get a Pre-Purchase building Inspection Getting a Pre-purchase Building Inspection before buying a home can seem like just...
If walls could talk
You wouldn't need us!
06/04/2016
Buying, selling, renovating or building a home can be a stressf...
Waiuku Post Editorial
December 2015
15/12/2015
When you engage a building inspection company to do a pre-purchase /pre-sale building inspection there are a number of key elements of the d...
Maintenance of Timber Window Joinery
Re-painting and Repairing
11/02/2015
Timber window joinery requires regular maintenance to maintain weathertightness and ease of use. One of the easiest maintenance tasks you ca...
Exterior Cladding
General Maintenance
9/01/2015
The first step to maintaining the exterior cladding on a residential home is to determine the type of cladding that has been installed. ...
April Editorial
Timber Subfloor Maintenance
15/04/2015
Older homes in New Zealand are more likely to have a timber subfloor and in some cases timber piles. These subfloors require regular che...
Roofing Maintenance
Maintenance tips for most roofing types
11/02/2015
The roof of a home is one of the most important components of any dwelling and most types of roofing require regular maintenance to maintai...
