Conveyancing

What Does Heritage Overlay Mean for Melbourne Property Owners?

A Heritage Overlay is a council planning control that protects historically or architecturally significant properties in Melbourne. It may require...

Conveyancing

What is Involved in a Property Inspection?

A property inspection in Victoria usually includes a pre-purchase building inspection, pest inspection, and a final pre-settlement inspection. These checks...

Conveyancing

Is There a Way to Avoid Hidden Transfer Fees in a Property Purchase?

You cannot avoid government transfer fees in Victoria, as they are fixed by Land Use Victoria. However, you can avoid...

Conveyancing

How Do I Replace a Lost Paper Certificate of Title in Victoria?

Replace a lost paper Certificate of Title in Victoria by lodging an application with Land Use Victoria. Complete a statutory...

Conveyancing

Do You Pay Conveyancing Fees if a Property Sale Falls Through?

You usually still pay conveyancing fees if a property sale falls through because fees are charged for work completed,...

Conveyancing

Can a Home Buyer Pull Out After Final Inspection?

A home buyer cannot usually pull out after the final inspection because contracts are unconditional and cooling-off rights have...