buying a unit? strata red flags, sinking funds + how to read a strata report

If you're buying a unit in Australia, whether as a first home or investment, you must understand how strata works before signing a contract. In this clip, Glen James and John Pidgeon break down the key due diligence steps: how to read a strata report, what to ask a conveyancer, the risks with low sinking funds, special levies, litigation, and more.

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