Ep. 33 | What You Should ACTUALLY Look For When Inspecting A Home

Open homes can blur into one big, beige blur. So what should you actually be looking for?In this episode, Tristan and James take you step-by-step through the key things to watch out for — from the street to the shower grout. Whether you’re buying your first place or your forever home, this is the open home checklist you didn’t know you needed.You’ll learn:What to look for at the estate and street levelHow to assess neighbour condition (yep, it matters)Quick visual checks that reveal deeper issuesThe little details in bathrooms, kitchens & laundries that buyers miss Where buyers get overwhelmed — and what to prioritiseWhat questions to ask yourself while inspectingIf you’ve ever left an open home unsure what you even saw — this episode is your game plan.👋 About the ShowHow’s The Market is Melbourne’s go-to podcast for buyers who want to make smarter property decisions. Hosted by Tristan Larkin and James Rankin from TOMII Property, we bring you expert tips, market insights, and real stories from the frontlines of real estate, finance, and construction. Auctions, rates, off-markets — we’ve got you covered.🔗 Resources & LinksJoin our mailing list & read the blog → www.tomii.com.auSubscribe for weekly auction results → www.tomii.com.au/auction-resultsFollow Tristan on TikTok & Instagram → @tristanlarkinFollow James on TikTok & Instagram → @james__rankin