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Big Savings for First-Time Buyers

The Victorian Government has just extended its stamp duty concession for off-the-plan homes until October 2026 - and that could mean huge savings if you're planning to buy an apartment, townhouse, or unit.
The government is keeping the support going with a $61 million investment in the 2025?2026 state budget.

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Rental Minimum Standards Rights

The Victorian Government is guaranteeing a fair and safe rental market. If a tenants rental agreement started after 29 March 2021, the landlord must ensure their property meets minimum standards before a tenant moves in.
If a rental property that doesn't meet minimum standards, the Victorian Government is urging renters to report it.

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The importance of building and pest inspections in Melbourne

When you're buying a new house in Melbourne, it is important that you make sure all is in order before you sign on the dotted line. When making such a large investment, you don't want to then have to pay even more to resolve any issues with the property you have just bought. This post will aim to show the importance of building and pest inspections during the house buying process.

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What you need to know about building warranty inspection services

By law, when you build a new property in Victoria you must get Owner Builder Warranty Insurance (or Builder's Indemnity Insurance) before you sell the property. The purpose of the insurance is to protect the home buyer. The warranty is a way to ensure building work is done properly and in accordance with contract plans and specifications.