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Due Diligence Mistakes Investors Make When Buying Blocks of Units (2026)

September 21, 2026

Buying an entire block of units is a unique due diligence challenge. Simon Abbott exposes the most common oversights: failing to review all leases and rent ledgers, skipping strata or building defect reports, and misunderstanding utility split risks on older stock. Investor buyers are guided step-by-step: what documents and compliance checks should be done pre-offer, questions for tenanted blocks, and red-flag warning signs that can delay settlement or kill deals. Includes a real-world checklist and examples where due diligence (or lack of it) made or broke a deal.

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