Buying a Property

Process for Buying a Property

Have you signed a contract after open house on Saturday and wish to speak to a property solicitor immediately?

Are you looking for your dream family home or an investment property but wonder the conveyancing process and the associated costs.

We have listed out the process for your peace of mind

Stage 1 - Prior to Contract signing

What you need to do

• Provide your Contract to us for review

What we will do

• Review your Contract;

• Provide you with legal advice;

• Negotiate the Contract terms with the Seller on your behalf;

• Advice you on your anticipated costs and grant such as stamp duty, legal fees, due diligence costs and First Home Owners Grant etc.

Stage 2 - After signing the Contract

What you need to do

• Read all letters and emails we prepare for you;

• Complete the necessary paperwork we send to you. We can send you to complete all forms electronically now;

• Arrange insurance cover for the property;

• Arrange building and pest inspection reports for your property;

• Arrange finance for your property if applicable;.

• Prepare funds for settlement.

What we will do

• Carry out all standard searches for the property;

• Advise you fo any additional searches that are appropriate to your property;

• Prepare you with a comprehensive conveyancing package to help you to understand the process;

• Advise you funds you need to prepare for settlement;

• Contact with the seller’s solicitor;

• Advise you of settlement time and date for you.

Stage 3 - Settlement

What you need to do

• Arrange removals, disconnection and reconnection of utilities;

• Relax and enjoy your new home.

What we will do

• Confirm with you settlement has been successfully;

• Provide you with a detailed rundown of your settlement expenses;

• Arange for keys to be delivered to you.

If you would like us to take care of your property transfer process, simply send your signed or draft contract to info@rglawgroup.com.au or call us on 0493 833 862.