Australia’s building industry has been under scrutiny after a series of significant defects were found in high rise buildings, including the Opal and Mascot Tower complexes in Sydney. These incidents have focused attention on the lack of protection for owners when things go wrong, and the impact of the building boom on quality

Well, the dust has finally settled on the new legislation regarding the changes to depreciation that will apply to second-hand residential properties. #depreciationschedule #washingtonbrown #secondhomesdepreciation

The requirement by Local and Government authorities for Dilapidation Reports to be carried out before construction, and civil work commencement is becoming more of a standard requirement. #dilapidationinspections #buildersbeware #stratadilapidationinspections #Dilaptipsforconstructioncompanies

There are some key questions and skills to look for when engaging building consultants to carry out dilapidation reports on your behalf. You need to know what quality and detail you are going to receive in return for your investment. #dilapidationinspections #buildersbeware #stratadilapidationinspections #Dilaptipsforconstructioncompanies

Waterproofing in multi-story complexes – failed waterproofing on decks. What you need to know before buying a unit/apartment. 2 case studies. #suretysaturday #waterproofing #buildingdefects #apartmentdefects #leakingdecks #suretyproperty If you want to join us on our weekly live streams so you don’t miss a beat “join us as a friend” on our personal Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/surety.cohens.

Surety Saturday – Buying off the plan apartments – Warranties & regional area construction. The glitter is not always gold!! 50-80% off apartments will have significant building defects #suretysaturday #buildingdefects #apartmentdefects #apartmentwarranties If you want to join us on our weekly live streams so you don’t miss a beat “join us as a friend” on […]

Surety Saturday – I’m really sick of greed in the world and people taking advantage of others it is so disappointing. And when developers of high rise apartments are knowingly ripping off consumers makes me angry #suretysaturday #suretyproperty #highrisedefects #developersgreed If you want to join us on our weekly live streams so you don’t miss […]

Surety Saturday – Ho Ho. Today it’s good news Surety Saturday. Buying or building can be best experience of your life. Surrounding yourself with your amazing team will give you the best chance of success. #suretysaturday#suretyproperty#goodthings#buyingpropertyhappiness If you want to join us on our weekly live streams so you don’t miss a beat “join us […]

Surety Saturday – the risk of using a builder friend/acquaintance over a professional building and pest inspector for your purchase #suretysaturday #suretyproperty #buyingrisks #usingabuildertoinspect If you want to join us on our weekly live streams so you don’t miss a beat “join us as a friend” on our personal Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/surety.cohens.

Surety Saturday – New Construction Reports. Should I share my reports with my builder? And how should I resolve a dispute?#suretysaturday#suretyproperty #newconstruction #newconstructionreports#90daydefectreports #buildingdisputes If you want to join us on our weekly live streams so you don’t miss a beat “join us as a friend” on our personal Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/surety.cohens.