15
Apr
You don’t need to be a real estate investor to know that mid-century modern homes are highly sought after right now. There are still many mid-century homes Brisbane buyers can turn their hand to...
Architectural Style Issues
Potential Issues with Specific Architectural Styles
Choosing a home with a specific architectural style? We’ve got you covered with all the challenges you can expect from specific housing eras, design features and building materials commonly used in Brisbane. From a vintage Queenslander to a modern eco-home, here’s everything you need to know before you put in the offer!
03
Apr
Two key kinds of weatherboard houses are available on the Australian market: reconstituted hardwood (the more expensive kind!) and vinyl weatherboard, also called vinyl cladding.
Weatherboard is generally considered "pretty tough", though it is not...
20
Mar
Green homes symbolise a sustainable lifestyle, one encompassing energy efficiency, water conservation, and eco-friendly materials all designed to minimise environmental impact and promote well-being. Designs that feature everything from solar panels to energy-efficient appliances,...
17
Jun
A pre-purchase building inspection is an important step in ensuring the quality of your new home, no matter its age.
By doing your due diligence, you can avoid costly and expensive problems later and make...
03
Dec
Planning on making a converted church your new home?
Residential church conversions are a hot trend taking the country by storm and it’s easy to see why. After all, who wouldn’t dream of waking up...
13
Sep
Don't forget to do your homework before you buy a Townhouse
Townhouses are a popular choice for first-time property buyers wanting to get an easy-to-maintain first home, and empty nesters looking to downsize. Purchasing a...
07
Jun
Is your dream house on stumps? Here's what you need to know.
So, you’ve seen that beautiful Queenslander house on stumps and are going to the open inspection. You love the thought of relaxing on...
21
May
Heritage listed homes in Queensland - what you need to know
There’s no doubting the charm and appeal of heritage listed homes. However, if you’re thinking about purchasing one, you might be wondering what that...
14
Jan
Buying a Family Home? Building Inspections are Essential
Statistics show that most childhood injuries occur in the family home, especially during infancy and pre-school years. So, when attending an open house, buyers with a young family will have safety...
20
Aug
Everyone loves a Pergola and Deck! Here's the RED FLAG list to check!
Attending open inspections looking for the house of your dreams is an exciting time. Queensland is known for its beautiful weather and...