In the original video from eAgent , I walk you through how understanding soil and foundation reports can uncover hidden property issues and save your clients thousands. If you're a real estate agent in New Zealand (or working with properties that have complex ground conditions), learning to read these reports protects your clients and your reputation. The phrase hidden property issues should be on every agent’s radar — and this article shows you how to spot them, explain them, and act on them. Table of Contents Why soil reports expose hidden property issues 🧭 Common red flags to spot 🛑 How to read a soil and foundation report 🔍 Talking to clients: plain English scripts 💬 Quick checklist for agents ✅ Conclusion: turn hidden risks into informed decisions 🏁 FAQ ❓ Why soil reports expose hidden property issues 🧭 Most property problems start below ground. A building can look perfect from the street, but soil conditions such as expansive clay or subpar fill can cause signific...