inndox - Why properties need logbooks - The Proptech Podcast
Property Logbooks explained
inndox CEO, wins Australia's Proptech Leader of the Year Award 2022!
Our CEO, Trish Mackie-Smith took out the inaugural award for Proptech Leader of the Year 2022 - “it’s such a privilege and an honour to receive this recognition for our innovation that brings more transparency into the opaque property industry. I want to thank the Proptech Australia team, sponsors, judges, my amazing team, customers, investors, partners - without this wonderful support I would not be in this position.” said Trish.
inndox is a national finalist in two awards!
We are excited to announce that inndox has been named a FINALIST in Proptech Association of Australia Awards 2022 in the Design, Build & Develop category for Scale Ups! This recognition is due to our team's dedication, passion and persistence to help improve transparency, safety and sustainability in property. Thanks also to our loyal inndox customers, investors and partners. Congratulations to the other finalists.
Our CEO Trish Mackie-Smith has been named a FINALIST for Proptech Leader of the Year Award! Congratulations to the other amazing finalists: Thanks to the team at Proptech Association of Australia, the judges, applicants and sponsors - including the major sponsor Ashurst Lawyers for encouraging & celebrating the best in proptech.
We look forward to celebrating with the best in property technology when the winners are to be announced at the Proptech Association of Australia 2022 Awards night on in Sydney on the 8th June.
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inndox helps you maintain your biggest asset
How do I set Maintenance Reminders
inndox has a property maintenance feature to help you care for your property.
Step 1. Go to the Maintenance Reminders section on your inndox dashboard
Step 2. Select the View all button
Step 3. Click on Add maintenance button
Step 4. Enter in the details: Title, Due Date, select if Recurring & End date, if additional person for reminder, Who it is scheduled for & add any notes
Step 5. Finally click on Add maintenance item
Your important maintenance reminder is now scheduled and you will receive alerts from your inndox app, 2 weeks in advance.
Examples of some typical maintenance checks:
Annual Termite inspections
Annual Pest Sprays
6 monthly gutter cleaning
Annual Smoke Alarm battery replacement
Annual air-conditioning service
6 monthly window cleaning
Monthly garden maintenance
Annual timber deck re-coating
5 yearly hot water system valve replacement
Annual water tank service
Annual water filter replacement
Annual pressure wash of pavers, driveways
Fortnightly pool checks and cleaning
Annual pool equipment inspection
Annual carpet cleaning
Annual curtain & blind cleaning
Here are some consequences for not caring for your property:
***spending thousands of dollars on repairs such as structural integrity issues (a result of not having your property's timber decking recoated)
***potential fire hazard or drainage issues by not having your guttering cleaned on an annual basis
***termite infestation due to unexpected termite invasion by not having annual termite inspections
By using inndox to manage all of these important tasks, you will feel more relaxed.
For example, you will have peace of mind that your painter gets notified two weeks in advance when the timber decks need re-coating, your plumber will be notified two weeks before the water tanks, hot water system and refrigerator filter services are due, the air-conditioning technician gets advance notification that you want your air conditioning units serviced, and the window cleaner gets notice that your windows need cleaning.
No more diarising or simply forgetting. You can become a paper-less and care-free property owner.
eConveyancing: The Future of Property Conveyancing
The past couple of years has seen a surge in “proptech” focused companies reshaping Australia’s property market.
The objective of proptech, or “property technology”, is to drive innovation and provide a better way of doing business in an industry plagued with inefficiencies.
And if there’s a lesson to be learned from the global Covid-19 crisis, the need for innovation has never been more critical than right now.
Through necessity, it has been inspiring to see many businesses innovate in the face of crisis and implement online technologies to remain operational in an environment when social distancing means “in-person” business is no longer possible.
But it’s the businesses that have already embraced the digital environment and new technologies that are more agile in the current climate and will come out the other side stronger than ever.
One such business is Lawlab, a nationwide law firm renowned for their depth in legal experience in the property industry, who specialise in “eConveyancing”.
The company was founded in 1899 and boasts an impressive 40,000 conveyances - many of these completed “online”.
Traditionally the conveyancing process is a complicated and confusing process of multiple in-person meetings to exchange physical documents and a myriad of telephone calls.
With a focus on innovation and a commitment to improving the way things have typically been done in the past, Lawlab have streamlined the conveyancing process into an online, time-efficient platform that benefits all parties.
eConveyancing is the way of the future for all property transactions.
Lawlab has made conveyancing simple.
They have revolutionised the conveyancing process using an innovative “online platform” that reduces the costs and makes the process more cohesive for all stakeholders.
No more stacks of paperwork and jumping through hoops.
Their online platform is designed to reduce administration and provide all parties with transparency and collaboration during the entire conveyancing process from start through to finish.
As conveyancing involves multiple stakeholders, there are often many challenges during the conveyancing process.
By moving the conveyancing process “online”, Lawlab has eliminated many of these challenges.
What Is Conveyancing?
“Conveyancing” is the process of transferring the legal ownership of a property from one person to another.
A conveyancing lawyer assists their client with the property settlement and transfer of ownership by ensuring all parties are fulfilling their legal obligations.
Conveyancing involves preparing, verifying and lodging a number of legal documents as well as:
Conducting property searches
Preparing contracts
Ensuring finance and building inspections are satisfactory
Communicating with financial institutions
Representing your interests
Arranging the property settlement
Lawlab streamlines this entire process and facilitates document sharing, communication between all parties and ensures transparency with real time updates so all parties are confident legal obligations are being met.
Lawlab & inndox
One of the key benefits of using Lawlab is the ability for all stakeholders to upload and download documents as well as keep track of all conversations through to completion.
Clients can sign their contracts electronically - saving time, costs, paper and ultimate reducing their carbon footprint.
All conveyancing documents are conveniently stored online allowing clients easy and instant access to all their important documents.
Once the eConveyancing process is completed, all important documents can then be transferred to inndox for permanent safekeeping.
Transparency & Communication
During the eConveyancing process, time is critical.
Documents need to be signed by specific dates or the sale falls through.
Prior to moving online, getting important signatures was often a painstaking and time-consuming process with much ‘to-ing and fro-ing’ between the various parties.
Lawlab’s innovative online platform means open communication and electronic signing which fast-tracks the turnaround of important documentation.
All parties have constant access to all documents so clients can view the current status of their project and receive live up-dates.
They can also communicate with other professionals involved in the eConveyancing process such as real estate agents, brokers, lenders and solicitors.
Lawlab keeps all parties informed during the process for complete transparency.
Why Choose Lawlab?
The Lawlab team has extensive experience in the property industry and as licensed conveyancing lawyers.
They believe the conveyancing process should be stress free and guide clients through the entire process of purchasing, selling or transferring the ownership of property.
Lawlab’s innovative online platform means all parties - including buyers, sellers, solicitors, lenders, agents and brokers – seamlessly coordinate to ensure settlement happens faster.
No matter where you are based or looking to buy, the Lawlab team is nationwide.
If you are looking to buy or sell, contact Lawlab today for your conveyancing needs!
Looking to buy or sell a property?
When buying or selling a property you need a BETTER way to manage your property information instead of the old school lever arch file or digital mess that many of our computer hard drives have become.
Everything about your property, in one place!
inndox is an innovative online home management system or “property logbook” that allows you to capture, record and share information about your property.
Everything from building plans and conveyancing information to pest inspection reports and appliance warranties.
Inndox ensures your property information is safe and secure so you can make informed decisions about one of the greatest assets you will ever own.
Andrew speaks to Kevin Turner on the "Real Estate Talk" Podcast
inndox Co-founder Andrew Mackie-Smith spoke to Kevin Turner on his podcast Real Estate Talk about what EVERY property owner should check before they renovate.
On the show, he discusses the importance of getting a full Building & Pest Inspection to identify any costly defects, always obtaining three quotes, engaging a reputable builder and much much more!
RealEstateTalk.com.au is one of Australia’s most trusted voices in property investment showcasing Australia’s most respected real estate experts.
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