Buying guide

Property due diligence in NZ: what to check before you buy

Understanding this essential step in your property journey.

Hannah Hilliam
Last updated: 8 August 2025 | 2 min read

What is due diligence and why does it matter?

Builder's reports can give you crucial information about the state of the property.

Your due diligence checklist

Questions to ask yourself:

Key documents to review

LIM Report (Land Information Memorandum)

Builder’s report

Valuation report

Report of Title

Property file

Don’t forget the finance side

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