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5 articles · Buying & Selling BasicsWhat Does a Conveyancer Actually Do? A Step-by-Step Guide for Melbourne Buyers
A plain-English, step-by-step guide to what a conveyancer does when you buy a property in Melbourne, from contract review to settlement day.
Solicitor vs Conveyancer: What Is the Difference and Which One Do You Need?
The real difference between a solicitor and a conveyancer in Victoria, and how to decide which one you need for your property settlement.
Cooling-Off Periods in Victoria: What Buyers Need to Know
How the cooling-off period works when you buy property in Victoria, how long you get, the penalty to withdraw, and when cooling off does not apply.
Section 32 Vendor Statements Explained (and Red Flags to Watch For)
What a Section 32 Vendor Statement contains, why it matters, and the red flags a buyer should watch for before signing a Contract of Sale in Victoria.
Buying vs Selling First: Managing a Property Chain in Melbourne
The pros and cons of buying before selling or selling before buying in Melbourne, and how to manage settlement timing and a property chain.