Buying Property from a Deceased Estate

Buying Property from a Deceased Estate
You walk into an open for inspection in Melbourne and the agent mentions, almost as an aside, "It's a deceased estate." That can be a great buying opportunity. The home might be empty, the family may want a clean sale, and settlement dates can be more flexible.It can also be slower and a l... Read More

Owners Corporation Insurance

Owners Corporation Insurance
You can fall in love with an apartment very quickly in Melbourne. One Saturday you’re at an inspection in Brunswick, the next you’re picturing morning coffee on the balcony, a short tram ride to work and your furniture fitting neatly into that second be... Read More

Special Conditions in a Contract of Sale

Special Conditions in a Contract of Sale
You’ve found a place you can picture yourself in. Maybe it’s a weatherboard in Preston, a unit near the tram in Brunswick, or a townhouse in the inner west that looked even better in person than it did online. You’re ready to move fast, because t... Read More

How to Get a Stamp Duty Refund in Victoria

How to Get a Stamp Duty Refund in Victoria
You find the place, picture the sofa by the window, start planning the move, then the whole deal unravels. Maybe finance falls over. Maybe a Section 32 problem comes to light. Maybe an off the plan build drifts past the sunset date. Whatever caused it, one questio... Read More