How long is an owners corporation certificate valid for?

How long is an owners corporation certificate valid for?
Quick answer: there's no fixed expiry date in Victorian law. The certificate must be 'current' when a buyer signs the contract, which means it accurately reflects the owners corporation's position at that time. If anything material changes, the old certificate can ... Read More

How long does settlement take on the day?

how long does settlement take on the day
After weeks of open inspections, contract reviews and finance approvals, settlement day can feel like the home stretch of your property journey in Melbourne. Yet many buyers and sellers still wonder: how long will everything actually take once the clock starts ticking? In this guide, we break dow... Read More

How can I avoid hidden transfer fees in a property purchase?

How can I avoid hidden transfer fees in a property purchase?
Buying a home in Melbourne is exciting, and a little nerve racking. After you have budgeted for the price, you still face a maze of extra costs that appear close to settlement. Some are predictable, others are not. This guide explains how to recognise the most common "hidden" transfer fees and ta... Read More

Temporary off the plan duty concession

Temporary off the plan duty concession
If you're a Melbourne resident eyeing a new apartment or townhouse, there's some exciting news you won't want to miss. In October 2024, the Victorian Government rolled out a temporary off the plan duty concession, a scheme designed to shake up the property market and put more money back in buyers... Read More

How does a subject to sale offer work?

How does a subject to sale offer work?
If you've found 'the one' in Thornbury, Bentleigh or maybe out near Werribee, there's a good chance you still need to sell your current place to fund the move. That is where a 'subject to sale' offer can help. It lets you make an offer to buy, on the condition that your own home sells within a se... Read More