Pest and Termite Inspection Milton QLD 4064
Milton, right in the heart of Brisbane, is a pretty trendy suburb right now. Sales of units and apartments have more then doubled in 12 months, and prices are reflecting that, with growth of over 30% in some cases.
A 2 bedroom unit in Milton is going to cost you about $560,000. Once a place goes up for sale, you've got just under 3 months to snatch it up, with the average time on market reaching just 79 days.
If the property has already been listed for a while before you come across it, that wont leave an awful lot of time to get all your affairs in order, so its definitely wise to make sure that you've seen an account and your bank prior to starting to seriously consider buying a place. Knowing what building inspector you're going to have come walk through the property as well can stop a mad scramble near the end too.
With 20% down on the median cost of the property, buyers can expect to pay approximately $598 a week on your mortgage repayments.
By paying an upfront cost of less than half your weekly mortgage repayment, you can help to protect yourself from any hidden damages that a property might hide, like Asbestos or Termites. A pest and termite inspection is great way to get some peace of mind, and know that you're not going to have to spend thousands later on in renovation fees.
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, Queensland as a whole has seen mortgage prices skyrocket, anywhere from 50% right up to a 91% increase over the 2006 to 2011 period.
Whether you're looking to sell your house or buy your first unit or apartment, make sure you engage with a licensed builder to come and complete a pest and termite inspection to make sure there wont be any hidden damages or fees that can ruin the experience for you.
Asbestos, pests, termites and structural defects could further impact mortgage repayment pressures in the years to come.
When choosing a Building and Pest Inspector be sure to ask them the following questions:
- Do you have professional indemnity and public liability insurance?
- How long have you been inspecting houses in Milton and the surrounding suburbs
- Are you a licensed builder?
- Will you check the roof of the house?
- How will you identify any pest, termite or rotting woods behind the walls?
- Do you know or have any affiliation with the real estate agent you are dealing with on the property being inspected?
If you are not satisfied with the Building Inspectors answers to each of these questions then contact another building and asbestos Inspector in Milton.
Our licensed property inspectors are always happy to answer all of the above, so feel free to book in an inspection today!
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