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Tips, FAQs and pearls of wisdom from 20 years of legal experience. Be empowered to buy, sell and transfer property with confidence.
There are two ways multiple people can own a property in Victoria: as joint tenants or as tenants in common.
The purchaser of a property doesn't have to actually own it. They can "nominate" someone else to be the owner on the title.
Settlement is the conclusion of a property conveyancing transaction.
An important aspect of buying a unit or townhouse is understanding how the owners corporation (body corporate) operates, and what information about it must be included in the vendor statement/section 32.
What do purchasers and vendors need to know about Section 27 Deposit Release Statements?
What are the risks involved with quickly signing a contract to buy a property?
Insurance - in particular: when to get it, and when to cancel it - is an important consideration when buying and selling a property.
What does a buyer's advocate do and how can they assist a purchaser?
If you quickly change your mind about the property you just bought, you can sometimes terminate the contract by cooling off.