Building & pest inspections are a vital step in the due diligence process. I recommend getting one for EVERY type of property - even brand new properties and apartments. Listen to this episode to find out why!Today I'm joined by Craig Mace from Mace Building inspections. We explore:Why you should consider getting a building (and sometimes pest) inspectionThe types of issues an inspection may uncover, includingStructural issuesMajor defectsMinor defectsSafety hazardsQuality of the renovationWhether inspectors can provide you an idea around how much it could cost to fix issues identifiedWHEN you should get one (eg before or after you submit the offer)How much they costThe importance of a 'verbal debrief' after an inspectionThe limitations of a building inspectionThe importance of wording your building inspection clause correctly Do you have a burning property question you’d like answered on the show? Connect with us on instagram @thebuyersbible, we’d love to hear from you with questions, thoughts and feedback. Don’t forget to head to our website www.thebuyersbible.com.au for our show notes, and to download your free first home buyer checklist. Information provided in our podcast is general in nature and does not constitute financial advice. Every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate, listeners must not rely on this information to make investment or financial decisions. Theme music: Lioness (Instrumental) by DayFox https://soundcloud.com/dayfox Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/lioness-instrumental