Imagine buying your first home, doing everything right to avoid mistakes, and then finding out it's so termite-infested with LIVE termites it needs to be demolished. This is indeed a nightmare, but could this have been avoided?
 

In this episode, we dive into the tragic story of a young couple who faced this exact situation, and we discuss the steps you can take to prevent such a disaster.

So, in the story, this particular couple hired a building and pest inspector, but still ended up with a house that had to be demolished due to severe termite damage.

Today, we explain the role of a building and pest inspector, the importance of thermal imaging technology, and why it's crucial to insist on seeing evidence from these inspections. We also talk about the variations in seller disclosure laws across different states and why you can't always rely on sellers or agents to disclose everything.

Join us to learn the preventative measures and expert tips that can save you from a similar fate. Stay tuned and let's explore together!

Episode Highlights:
00:00 - Introduction
02:24 - What termite damage looks like in the rafters of a roof
03:13 - The story of the couple who bought a two-storey home riddled with LIVE termites
07:27 - The importance of a building inspector in property purchases
09:51 - Reasons why the purchase pushed through despite awareness of property damage
15:10 - Dealing with vendor disclosure in areas where the disclosure requirements are limited
17:01 - Some tips on finding a reliable building inspector
19:45 - What are the risks of performing due diligence after signing a contract in Queensland?
21:42 - How will Queensland's new vendor disclosure laws impact property sellers?
23:28 - Lessons to learn from a real-life case of undisclosed termite damage
Resources mentioned in this episode:
 

➼ Gold Coast family say seller disclosure laws could have stopped them buying termite-damaged home https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-04-06/gold-coast-family-termite-damaged-home-qld-new-property-laws/103638508

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Veronica Morgan & Meighan Wells 

Veronica & Meighan are both licensed real estate agents who exclusively help buyers. Together they have nearly 40 years experience as property professionals.

Veronica is principal of Sydney based Good Deeds Property Buyers and is also co-host of The Elephant in the Room property podcast as well as Location Location Location Australia on Foxtel and author of Auction Ready: how to buy property at auction even though you're scared s#!tless!

Meighan is the multi award winning principal of Brisbane based Property Pursuit, chairperson of the REIQ Buyers Agent Chapter & a regular media commentator.

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