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Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you will ever make, particularly if you are a first time home buyer. From deciding what you are looking for in a property to securing that all-important home loan, the conveyancing process can seem overwhelming. Here's what you need to know about purchasing a new home and entering the real estate market for the first time.
Find out if you qualify for a government grant
The government is keen to help you get on the property ladder. As a first time home buyer, you may be eligible for help such as First Home Buyers Assistance or a First Home Owner...
Title insurance: protecting you against the hidden risks of buying a house
A relatively new type of insurance in Australia, title insurance protects your legal ownership of a property against losses as a result of unknown or undetected risks that existed before you settled...
5 questions to ask to turn buying your dream home into a reality
Getting down to finally buy a home is probably the biggest financial leap of faith you will ever take - immensely thrilling, but also particularly nerve-wracking given the range of options in real...
What Does "Parenting" and "Property" mean?
Parenting and property issues are dealt with by the Family Court of Australia and the Federal Circuit Court of Australia, under the Family Law Act, 1975.
Warning: Applying for a Divorce Online and Self Representation
It might seem like an easier and cheaper solution to consider representing yourself and applying for a divorce online, but could it cost you more in the long run? We spoke with one of our senior...
How to Begin the Divorce Process
We understand that considering filing for divorce comes with a number of questions and concerns. How long do I need to wait before I can file? How long does the process take? One of our senior...
An Integrated Competitive Edge
Four states across Australia have released transformation timelines to transition to online settlements, but what is the property industry doing to prepare?
How To Exchange Contracts of Sale In NSW
Gazumped. The word no real estate agent or buyer wants to hear. However, in the current real estate market where there are more buyers than sellers, gazumping is going to occur more often than not...
What is an Easement?
When looking at plans in a contract or speaking with your conveyancer, you may notice on the plan or hear the word “easements” mentioned. Let me explain what an easement on a property is.
Swimming Pool and Spa Regulations – Compliance requirements before you sell
Do you have a pool and are about to sell your home? Well there is some very important information you need to know.
