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South Australia’s consumer watchdog is cracking down on real estate agents, warning they could face fines up to $20,000 or even jail time if they knowingly sell homes with serious defects. Two families bought dream homes only to discover catastrophic flaws—holes in walls, faulty plumbing, and crooked doors—so severe that one property was deemed fit for demolition. The builder involved has already been fined $75,000, while the agency defending the sale claims ads were truthful and inspections were offered. But buyers say they were blocked from viewing and struggled to contact agents during critical settlement windows. Officials stress agents must disclose known issues, including unlicensed builders or shoddy work, and urge buyers to get independent building inspections before closing.

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