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Buying a house
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This section looks at ensuring the building you want to buy is structurally sound. When buying a new home you should also do some careful research into the location, the value of the property, and whether there are any restrictions on the title or the use of the land.

House Buying checklist
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Doing the research

You may look at dozens of houses before you buy or only a few. Either way, you can find the right home with thorough research. We look at the important matters to investigate.
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Property inspections

You have found a home that you are keen to buy. A professional property inspection is recommended, next.
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Homes with weathertightness issues

We suggest what to look for to avoid buying a leaky home.
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Buying an apartment

Apartments require special consideration before purchasing. We look at why and recommend steps to invest carefully.
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Further research & making the move

When you’ve found the home you want, it checks out structurally, and has all the features you need, the next steps are to check all the paperwork, get an agreement in writing to buy, arrange the finance and make the big move.
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