August 2026

A general framework for what overseas buyers should research before choosing an area in Brisbane, including current foreign investment rules.

A factual look at how Brisbane, Logan and Ipswich differ as local government areas, without ranking one as better than another.

The difference between a title boundary and a fence line in Queensland, and how to find the official survey plan for a property.

What a building and pest inspection actually covers in Queensland, who is licensed to carry one out, and what it does not guarantee.

A plain explanation of what a body corporate is, when it applies in Queensland, and what to check before buying into one.

A plain description of what happens once a property goes under contract in Queensland, including the statutory cooling-off period.

How Brisbane City Council's Flood Awareness Online tool and FloodWise Property Report work, and what they actually cover.

How to look up a property's zoning in Brisbane using Council's City Plan online tool, and why the process differs outside Brisbane.

A practical look at what actually needs checking before you make an offer in Queensland, including the seller disclosure changes that started in August 2025.

The difference between a real estate agent's appraisal and a formal property valuation, and when a certified valuer is actually required.