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March 17, 2025 21 mins

In this episode, I share my insights on what to do if you encounter issues during a building inspection. As a buyer's agent with over a decade of experience, I’ve navigated thousands of building inspections for my clients—witnessing a wide range of issues from minor defects to major deal breakers.

Why Get a Building Inspection?

  • Understanding the property's condition.
  • Identifying red flags—urgent repairs vs. long-term costs.
  • Building inspections as maintenance plans.

Timing of Inspections

  • Recommended timing based on auction vs. private sale.
  • Importance of getting the inspection done early.

Pre-Offer vs. Subject to Inspection

  • Pros and cons of obtaining an inspection before making an offer.
  • Strengthening your offer with a pre-inspection.

What to Do If Issues are Found?

  • Identifying deal breakers and understanding report classifications.
  • Importance of communication with building inspectors for clarity.
  • Possible next steps: renegotiation, involving specialists, and managing expectations with the vendor.

Negotiation Strategies

  • Use of inspection findings to negotiate repairs before settlement.
  • Proper documentation is crucial.
  • Risks involved with relying on verbal agreements.

Extensions and Important Considerations

  • Requesting extensions to building inspection clauses when necessary.
  • Legal implications and regional differences in building inspection clauses.

LINKS:

Check out my FREE checklist 100 Things To Look Out For At Property Inspections here


Connect with Amy:

Website: www.thefirsthomeguidebook.com.au


Instagram: @the.first.home.guidebook

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