back and have another look. TIP Keep an exercise book and make notes about each property you inspect. It's easy to forget important details when you look at a number of properties over a period of time. Step 4: Consider professional inspections It is important to consider having inspections done by experts to check for any problems. If you are considering buying at auction and you want to have special inspections done, these must be arranged prior to the auction day. Sometimes, these inspections are done after you have made an offer on a property. It may be advisable to have the property thoroughly checked by experts. Your solicitor or conveyancer can give you guidance in this matter. Some points to consider: A building inspection is done by a licensed architect or by a registered builder. If a house is on a steep block, you might also get a geotechnical report to check the stability of the land. It is also a good idea to check for pests, such as termites. If you are considering buying a unit, you should arrange an inspection of the books and records of the owners' corporation. The strata manager of the building secretary maintains these. Make sure qualified professionals conduct these inspections. You should remember that the cost of the inspections might seem a lot. However, they may find faults that could be expensive to fix. This could add to the overall cost of your property. Compared to the price paid, the inspections may