Why do you need a building report when you buy an apartment in Auckland? What are the things you need to check in the report? Buying an apartment in Auckland requires a lot of research, and that means you need to know not just the apartment you’re buying but also the location of the apartment building. You need to learn the current condition of the building as well as its topography. Was there any flooding in the past? Is the drainage system working properly? These are the things that are important to the buyer. And the condition of the building or complex will guide the buyer before he/she makes the final decision. Another thing that is included in the report are the materials that were used in constructing the building. Every buyer must have an idea if the apartment is worth the investment or not. Now, if you want to conduct a building inspection on a particular property, then you need to hire professionals to do the task. Though it may cost you some money on your part, it’s a wise decision to get a building inspection. In fact, it is due diligence and it will minimise the risk of investing on the wrong apartment. If you want to get the full details of this particular topic, then you need to watch my latest podcast. I have enumerated several important points that you need to know in an inspection report. You can watch the video on my website.