Title Not Updated After Settlement? What to Check

Title Not Updated After Settlement? What to Check
You've collected the keys and moved into your Melbourne home, yet a fresh title search still names the seller. The useful question now is what happened to the transfer after the money was paid.The short answer: Settlement and title registration are separate stages in ... Read More

Subject to Sale Extensions: What Sellers Need to Check

Subject to Sale Extensions: What Sellers Need to Check
Your buyer says their own property is ‘almost sold’ and asks for another fortnight. Before you agree, check exactly what your signed contract requires them to achieve and which deadline they want changed.The short answer: A request for another 14 days does... Read More

What a Counter Offer Means When Buying a House in Victoria

What a Counter Offer Means When Buying a House in Victoria
We hear this question most Monday mornings from Melbourne buyers who made an offer after a busy Saturday inspection, then received a call saying the vendor wants more money or different terms. It can feel as though the property is nearly yours, while the paperwork says something quite different.<... Read More

How to Check a Conveyancer Is Licensed in Victoria

How to Check a Conveyancer Is Licensed in Victoria
We’re often asked how a buyer can tell whether the person handling their Melbourne property purchase is properly authorised. It’s a sensible question to ask before you sign a contract, transfer a deposit or send identity documents.The short answer: a non lawyer... Read More