How the process works
Over the years, we’ve created a simple, step-by-step process that we follow on every single property transaction. We know our tried and tested approach works, which is why we guarantee your sale will go through with the minimum of fuss.
We’ll explain every step to you carefully, so there’s no room for confusion. We’ll also keep everyone involved in the loop. What’s more, you have our word that you’ll always know what stage we’re at and what will happen next.
Step 1
Before exchange of contracts
- Obtain sales advice from Real Estate agent and contract from sellers conveyancer
- Review contract, making recommendations for changes or additions
- Arrange pest and building inspections and surveyor and strata reports if needed
- Inspect council records
- Contact your lender to ensure your finance is approved.
Step 2
At exchange of contracts
- Pay an agreed deposit to the real estate agent
- Provide a detailed explanation of the terms of sale
- Send you the contract to approve and sign
- Send the signed contract to the seller’s conveyancer
Step 3
After exchange of contracts
- Order and review any outstanding searches on your property
- Advise on stamp duty exemptions
- Prepare transfer documents
- Get documents stamped to confirm stamp duty has been paid
Step 4
Before completion
- Agree on settlement figures with the seller’s solicitor
- Confirm a settlement date
- Check-in with the lender to ensure they’re ready to release finance on completion
- Provide final settlement figures to you
Step 5
Settlement day
- Attend to the settlement with all parties involved
- Check and approve changes to title documents
- Upload settlement funds to electronic settlement workspace
- Contact everyone involved to confirm that settlement is complete
- Lodge the Transfer and Notice of Sale with the Land Registry
Step 6
After settlement
- Advise you that the process is complete
- Close your file and hold it for a minimum of 7-years
- Our business is built on referrals and repeat clients, which is why your complete satisfaction is important to us
- Find out more about working with our friendly team of conveyancing specialists
