The Australian Bureau of Statistics has recorded record volumes of renovations applications and approvals...

An interesting article from The Commonwealth Bank on “Know your cover- What home Insurance...

It is that time of the year, when Owner Builders are building, it is...

Failure to provide Owner Builder Home Indemnity Insurance has cost a Perth man a...

As an Owner Builder you are required to provide a safe working environment for...

Uncomfortable truth – Until an emergency happens – Bushfire – Owner Builders either underinsure...

The question we get asked all the time as an Owner Builder, ‘how do...

Does it have Latent Defect Insurance Protection? The big Question you should ask before you...

Yes, your builder is required to supply you Builder’s Warranty Insurance which activates only...

You became an Owner Builder to save money and have the home you wanted....

Stories abound of owner builders who took short cuts when it came to insurance...

You have all heard the horror stories of home owners taking years and years...

An underwriting agency is a specialised type of insurance structure that has been granted...

If you are building or renovating or about to start then be prepared. New research...

If you are an Owner Builder, building with no Construction and Public Liability Insurance...

1. Whether it is a New Home of Renovation, do NOT over capitalize for...

This is a standard question asked by thousands of people doing their research on...

And your Home and Contents Insurer will not cover your home while building work...

Building Regulations 2018 has been implemented in June, which has changed the process of...

With the huge growth in T.V.Shows on Renovating, which has been one of the...

Be Aware! Australian Owner Builder Insurance Services has compiled this report after many years...

If you are an Owner Builder, building on or near the boundary of another...

Owner Builders need to be aware that in the coming summer season, they have...

It wont happen to me, but it just might! Owner Builders, Be Prepared! The bushfire...

While this article is written for homeowners ,it has  a number of very important...

HOME renovators and tradies are unknowingly putting themselves at risk of lung cancer by...

Owner Building is a fabulous way to improve family finances, by investing in your...

Owner builders do your homework before signing a building contract with your subbies,this recommendation...

As homeowners renovate around 7 years,or you have bought a house that was renovated...

Wake up call to all builders and owner builders, in the event of an...

Owner builders need to be aware of these requirements when building,your building services professionals...

Try and control discussions by asking appropriate questions rather than dictating your terms…keep a...

The fallout from using defective building materials, as explained in the following article, by...

Article written by Guy Barnett on The Mercury websiteTASMANIANS planning to build or renovate...

Article by Abigail Koch.Stacey Newham, AOBIS Underwriter, responses in orange.It’s renovating season, but it's not...

Similar to how bacteria is a greater threat to your body when your chest...

If you turn on the telly these days, it’s plain to see that DIY...

Under new changes to the Victorian Building Act, you ht home owner are now...

Wednesday October 5 2016 by VBASafety in the kitchen is important for everyone. Good...

Tuesday October 4 2016 by VBAResearch and understanding of bushfires is generating significant improvements...

Article on VBA website - August 5th 2016Changes have been made to the VBA's...

When buying Owner Builder InsuranceEveryone wants the cheapest price but in assuming all Owner...

Colin Biggers & Paisley Pty Ltd - by Julian Mellick, Teodor Lomaca, Kyle BergerIn...

Property Observer - Robert CaulfieldWater leaks and water damage have been highlighted as a...

Article: Victoria Building AuthorityWhat have we found?The VBA's Proactive Inspections Program has identified sites...

Article from Insurance and RiskInsurance brokers have been warned that non-compliant, highly flammable cladding...

The best endeavours to prevent problems will never guarantee that the building will proceed...

Source: Insurance NewsPotentially deadly Infinity cables may degrade in hot summer months, causing fires...

1. Does the Insurer consider commenced works scenarios and builder to lock up situations?2....

Article courtesy of Esther Han from the Consumer Affairs EditorConsumers should contact a licensed electrician for a...

Why is Construction & Public Liability Insurance Required?One of the most commonly overlooked problems...

What's in a Price?How does your client know they have a good price for...

Do you have Insurance for your contents when renovating? Probably NOT! During most renovators/extensions...

Is your neighbour covered in Victoria? Adjoining Property What would happen if cracks appeared...

What does Commenced Works mean? To some Insurers it means as soon as you...

Building insurances without the noise Renovations are all the go and the pattern is...

AOBIS ticks over 38 000 policiesYes, we do know something about Owner Building.Construction and...

Hand Tools Now Included in PolicyEffective December 2012, Owner Builder tools are now Included in...