We’ve been there before - coffee in hand, walking through an open home… looking. But looking at what we ask? Most buyers we work with are unsure of exactly how to inspect a property; and...

What makes a property perform better than a similar one, even on the same street?

This is a checklist to reduce risk & maximise your property purchase.

Pro tip: if you can outline aspects of a property that might not be perfect but are certainly not a deal breaker, you can leverage that information in a negotiation.

‍This list is extensive and all variables might not be relevant on your property.

Property Level

1. Aspect
2. Heating/Cooling/Airflow
3. Natural Light
4. Age & Condition
5. Renovation
6. Title Particulars
7. Floor Plan / Configuration / Functionality
8. Value Add Potential
   
9. Construction Type
10. Development Potential
11. Land Size / Slope
12. Sinking Fund (Strata Only)
13. Insurance - Availability/Premiums/Restrictions
14. Outgoings (Strata, Levies, Council Rates, Fees, TCO)
15. Restrictions
16. Overlays - Heritage & Conservation
17. Pest Inspection Complete
18. Building Inspection
19. Strata Report
20. Independent Valuation
21. Floor Space Ratio
22. Height limits

Proximity (Exclusions)

1. Main Road
2. Childcare Centre
3. School
4. Commission Housing
5. Warehouse / Factory
6. Overshadowing from apartment block

Proximity (Inclusions)

1. Shops / Cafes
2. Beaches / Nature
3. Public Transport
4. Walkability
5. Coffee Score