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Home insurance should cover rebuild cost, not market value. Calculate demolition, site works, construction at current rates, professional fees, and compliance. Victorian builds average 2,000–4,500 per m². Online calculators often understate by 10–30%. Underinsurance reduces claims. Quantity surveyor assessments deliver accurate sums insured for complex or high-value homes in Australia.
Buying or selling a strata property? This guide explains Section 32 Vendor Statement requirements and how to spot building defects—fire rating issues, combustible cladding, and water ingress. Learn what disclosures matter, red flags to check, and how to protect your transaction in Victoria.
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Virtual Reality (VR) is transforming the way we buy and sell properties. The days of relying solely on pictures and in-person visits are fading. Now, with VR tours, buyers can explore properties from the comfort of their own homes, and sellers can streamline the entire process.