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When buying or selling real estate, the Contract of Sale isn’t always unconditional. Many contracts include ‘subject to’ clauses which outline certain special conditions that must be satisfied before the contract becomes unconditional, or unable to be set aside. These clauses (also called special conditions) protect vendors...
Read moreBuying or selling a property is often one of the biggest financial transactions a person will ever make – so it’s surprising how many people rush through the legal process, unaware of the risks that can arise from seemingly minor oversights. As a lawyer practising in property law, I’ve seen how easily things can go...
Read moreConveyancing is a crucial step in the property transaction process, but it comes with potential pitfalls that can lead to costly delays or legal complications. Whether you are buying or selling, being aware of these common issues and taking proactive steps can help ensure a smooth process. Here’s what to watch out for and...
Read moreBuying a home is a thrilling milestone, but the journey from “For Sale” to “Sold” can be fraught with complexities. In South Australia, where legal intricacies abound, having a conveyancer by your side from the get-go is not just advisable—it’s essential. The Role of a Conveyancer: Your Trusted...
Read moreAustralia is experiencing a period of very low rental vacancy rates and rapidly rising rent levels, pushing many young people to enter the housing market. Most of the information currently being promoted to new home buyers is about rising interest rates and mortgage burdens. To break that trend, we thought it might be useful...
Read moreA bit of background… Over the past few years various state governments have finally changed laws to allow for electronic conveyancing, meaning transfers of ownership and other dealings with land such as mortgages and leases can be performed by electronic means and without paper documents. As part of this process paper certificates...
Read moreBuying a house is one of the biggest financial investments you can make in your lifetime. It is also one of the most stressful. There are many forms, deadlines, and legal requirements to keep track of, and managing the whole process yourself can be overwhelming.
Read moreTGB’s Conveyancing & Property law team writes about electronic conveyancing and what it will mean for property titles in South Australia. At some time this year we will witness the end of a very long era in South Australia. For generations, home owners have looked forward to the day when, having made a final payment...
Read moreIf you are buying or selling land then you are involved in a “conveyancing” exercise, which recently became significantly more complex when the Lands Titles Office (LTO) introduced its “Verification of Identity Policy”, writes TGB’s Conveyancing & Property Law team. Prior to that, the signature of a party to...
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