What Are the Dangers of Relying on Online Forums for Property Advice

Welcome to another installment of alarming questions from
property forums and even more alarming answers, where we continue
to talk about the confusing world of online property advice.
These forums are often the first port of call for home buyers,
but they can be full of wrong information.


So today, we discuss how online forums don't even have experts to
moderate nor check the advice, which means that a lot of bad tips
can get shared. This can be dangerous, not only because of the
wrong answers, but also because of the weird questions that can
confuse someone who's buying a home for the first time. We show
you some of the craziest stuff we've found, but also talk about
how to filter the good advice from the bad.


We share some advice on how to balance what you read online with
professional guidance, so your home-buying experience is both
smart and safe. Don't let an online post or tweet change your
mind about buying a property. Learn how to tell good advice from
bad advice online, let’s get started!


Episode Highlights:


00:00 - Introduction


02:27 - Meighan’s special house of the week


04:21 - What are the best ways you have used in negotiating with
real estate agents?


08:55 - Who should be paying for tenant-purchased blinds in a new
home purchase in Victoria?


12:04 - Reapplying for pre-approval or building a home: which is
better after income increase?


17:04 - What to do if renovations on a potential home purchase
are unapproved?


21:22 - Is it advisable for couples on a joint loan to make
separate offers on the same property?


24:29 - Feeling helpless with vacant land investment after life
throws a curveball: any advice?


28:38 - Actions to take for a house with floating slab issues
after making an offer


31:34 - Understanding the risks with deposits in off-the-plan
purchases


Resources mentioned in this episode:



FREE MINI COURSE! How to price property like a
professional
https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/free_mini_course_opt_in

Your First Home Buyer Guide Episode 145: 10 Alarming Reasons
Why Off-Plan Properties Are So High Risk
https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/podcasts/145

Your First Home Buyer Guide Episode 151: Online Property
Forums: Are You Really Getting the Right Advice?
https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/podcasts/151



Resources:



FREE TRAINING: How to make an educated
decision so you buy your first home with the right amount of
debt https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/webinar

Visit our website https://www.homebuyeracademy.com.au/

Learn how to buy property without making a mistake with our
10-step online course for first time home buyers
https://homebuyeracademy.com.au/YFHBG

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support@homebuyeracademy.com.au

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