Who this article is for
Buyers and owners who want confidence in Expert Insights
Advisors reviewing insights as part of due diligence
Professionals interested in becoming Cohabit Experts
Why vetting matters
Expert Insights influence important decisions — purchasing, planning works, funding, and governance.
Because of this, Cohabit applies a structured vetting process to ensure Experts are:
Qualified
Independent
Consistent
Focused on clarity, not opinion
What Cohabit looks for
Before approving an Expert, Cohabit considers:
Relevant professional experience
Familiarity with strata records and documentation
Ability to identify risks and patterns across records
Clear written communication skills
An objective, evidence-based approach
Experience alone isn’t enough — the ability to explain findings clearly is essential.
Independence and neutrality
Cohabit Experts must:
Disclose conflicts of interest
Remain neutral between buyers, sellers, owners and managers
Base insights on records, not assumptions
Experts do not:
Advocate for outcomes
Recommend specific service providers
Influence Health Scores
This protects the integrity of the platform and the trust of users.
Ongoing quality checks
Vetting doesn’t stop after approval.
Cohabit:
Reviews Expert Insights for clarity and consistency
Monitors feedback and usage patterns
Refines frameworks and expectations over time
This helps ensure Expert Insights remain reliable and useful.
What this means for users
For users, this process means:
Insights are written by qualified professionals
Commentary is evidence-based and neutral
You can trust that risks and gaps are called out clearly
Expert Insights are designed to support decisions — not replace professional advice.