General FAQs
A Section 32: includes information so prospective buyers can conduct due diligence and make an informed decision about the property. A Contract of Sale: lists all the information and terms and conditions pertaining to the sale of the property. Once signed by the vendor and buyer, it’s a legally binding document. Both documents are mandatory by law to sell property.
A Verification of Identity (VOI) proves who you say you are and is legally required when purchasing, selling or transferring any property. A VOI safeguards you against identity theft and unauthorised property transactions. We are authorised to conduct VOIs and this can be completed either in-person or at an Australia Post.
If we’re conducting your VOI, you need to come to our private Essendon office. However, for all other property transaction matters, coming to our office is optional as transactions are completed electronically via PEXA. We conduct meetings via secure video conference or phone.
PEXA (Property Exchange Australia) is an online settlement and lodgement platform used by conveyancers, lawyers and financial institutions across Australia. It allows us to prepare, distribute and sign contracts of sale, and transfer ownership electronically. And it means you can access the proceeds of the sale much faster than if you were waiting for a cheque to clear.
Our conveyancing fees are fixed and we also offer capped disbursements. Get a quote today.
You may also be required to pay stamp duty, other government charges and PEXA fees. These are dependent upon your property transaction and are calculated by your conveyancer prior to settlement.
A client authorisation form authorises us to represent you in the property transaction, authorise cash settlements and sign documents on your behalf such as the Transfer of Land. We request you sign this form before we commence.
Yes we do hold a Statutory Trust Account for our clients’ convenience. Use of trust account will be determined by the type of transaction. For example, if there is no selling agent or when a lender is not providing full funds.
A conveyancer is a qualified professional who deals with property transfers between people. That’s all we do, day in and day out. A Solicitor offers a range of legal services, which may include for example commercial leasing, wills and probates and conveyancing.