It’s Simple. It’s the New Economy. Everyone has to be smarter about their choices. And throwing thousands of dollars away because you didn’t know you had a choice doesn’t cut it anymore. At IPI (Hobart’s leading building and property inspectors, Independent Property Inspections) we have helped buyers and sellers alike put real money back in […]
After Your Hobart Pre-Purchase Building and Property Inspection
Your Hobart Pre-Purchase building and property inspection is complete, your inspector went over the report with you explaining the defects and his recommendations….now what do you do? You have entered into the agreement to buy the house assuming there are no major hidden defects. The inspection in Hobart has now uncovered defects. What can I […]
Finally The Truth About Asbestos In Your Hobart Home
You are about to discover the truth about asbestos in your home, and this report reveals the typical findings of a Hobart building and property inspector with over nineteen years and 20,137 inspections worth of experience in your area. Asbestos and the need for asbestos removal in homes has been in the news again recently […]
Mistake No. 1 Of The Seven Incredibly Dumb & Stupid Mistakes Smart People Make When Buying A Home – And How To Avoid Them
Mistake No. 1 1) Failing to get a Professional Independent Property and Building Inspection done in Hobart. Although it might appear self serving for a property inspector to say you need the services of a professional property inspector when you buy your home. I can only say that many years of experience have repeatedly justified that advice. […]
Mistake No. 2 Of The Seven Incredibly Dumb & Stupid Mistakes Smart People Make When Buying A Home – And How To Avoid Them
Mistake No. 2 2) Not Getting Proper Legal Advice Before Signing Anything. The first thing you must realise is when you sign a contract, you are now obligated not only to buy the property but also to do it exactly in accordance with the terms and conditions of that contract. Even very minor and almost […]
Mistake No. 3 Of The Seven Incredibly Dumb & Stupid Mistakes Smart People Make When Buying A Home – And How To Avoid Them
Mistake No. 3 3) Not Using a Buyers Agent. Trying to negotiate without professional help or advice. Sadly this is a mistake most smart buyers make every day and it can cost you literally thousands of dollars. When trying to negotiate to buy a property you are forced to deal with the sellers agent who is […]
Mistake No. 4 Of The Seven Incredibly Dumb & Stupid Mistakes Smart People Make When Buying A Home – And How To Avoid Them
Mistake No. 4 4) Failing to take out adequate insurance after signing the contract. This is a much neglected area that does need your attention. When you sign a contract to purchase a property you are deemed to have an interest in the property. At this point you have no idea if the seller has adequate […]
Mistake No. 5 Of The Seven Incredibly Dumb & Stupid Mistakes Smart People Make When Buying A Home – And How To Avoid Them
Mistake No. 5 5) Failing to get a check survey to confirm the property boundaries and the house location. This is a very simple check carried out by a land surveyor to make sure firstly that you are buying the correct property and secondly to confirm the boundary’s and the house are actually situated on your […]
Mistake No. 6 Of The Seven Incredibly Dumb & Stupid Mistakes Smart People Make When Buying A Home – And How To Avoid Them
Mistake No. 6 6) Not doing proper and thorough research and preparation. It is often said that “Knowledge is Power” and this has never been truer when you are looking to buy a property. It’s absolutely critical that you research the neighbourhood before you buy. Check out the area, facilities and the schools, transport systems etc. Also it’s […]
Mistake No. 7 Of The Seven Incredibly Dumb & Stupid Mistakes Smart People Make When Buying A Home – And How To Avoid Them
Mistake No. 7 7 Incredibly Dumb And Stupid Mistakes Smart People Make When Buying A Home And How To Avoid Them.Mistake No. 7 7) Not knowing how much you can afford before making and offer. The Easiest way to avoid this it to get Pre-Approved finance first, this is very different to just getting pre-qualified for […]