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Viewing homes
Open Home Inspection Pack
A practical walkthrough checklist for viewing houses without getting swept up by staging and pressure.
What to check and prepare
Use this as a prep layer before you speak to a qualified professional. Information only — not financial or legal advice.
- Exterior, roofline, drainage, moisture, heating, insulation, and services prompts
- Questions to ask the agent before paying for a building report
- Red flags that should trigger a lawyer, builder, insurer, or council record check
- Photo/note structure for comparing multiple homes later
Information only — not financial or legal advice.
This pack is a general guide for New Zealand first-home buyers. It does not account for your personal financial situation, property, or goals. FHBG has no active commission relationship — no referral fee or commission should be inferred from this page. Always verify current rules with official sources and talk to a qualified professional before making a purchase decision.