Who this article is for
Buyers, owners, agents, and advisors who want clarity on the expert’s role in the insight-creation process.
What this article covers
Expert responsibilities
What experts can and cannot do
Independence and neutrality
Typical turnaround expectations
What Cohabit Experts do
Cohabit Experts are responsible for:
Reviewing available building documents
Identifying risks and strengths
Interpreting the Building Health Score
Connecting patterns across records
Translating findings into clear, plain-language insights
Providing practical, decision-focused recommendations
Their goal is to help you understand what the building records are really saying.
What Cohabit Experts do not do
To maintain independence, experts do not:
Provide legal, financial, or investment advice
Physically inspect the building (unless separately arranged)
Take sides between buyers and sellers
Communicate with the owners corporation on your behalf
Change or influence the Building Health Score
They focus solely on analysing and explaining the information available.
How experts maintain neutrality
Cohabit Experts base their insights on:
Documented evidence
Consistent patterns in building records
Established methodology
Professional judgment informed by experience
Their role is to inform — not persuade.
Turnaround expectations
Timing can vary depending on:
Building size and complexity
Volume of available documents
Current demand
You’ll always see an estimated turnaround timeframe when accessing Expert Insights.
FAQs
Do experts see personal or private information?
Experts only review building-related documents relevant to the insights.
Can I request additional analysis?
Your conveyancer or advisor may suggest additional checks, depending on your needs and service level.
What if important documents are missing?
Experts will highlight gaps and explain how missing records may affect your assessment, but they can’t replace unavailable documents.