Is a Friday Settlement a Costly Mistake for Victorian Buyers?
A Friday settlement can increase risk because delays with banks, lenders, or settlement platforms may not be resolved until Monday....
What are the Key Conveyancing Steps for a Gifted Deposit?
Key conveyancing steps for a gifted deposit include confirming lender requirements, preparing a gift letter, completing identity and source-of-funds checks,...
What Hidden Liabilities Come with Buying a Victorian Property?
Hidden liabilities include unpaid rates, owners corporation debts, easements, zoning restrictions, illegal building works, tenancy obligations, environmental risks, encroachments, and...
Should You Add a Spouse to Property Title Before Refinancing?
You can add a spouse to a property title before refinancing, but it depends on your financial and legal goals....
Who is Legally Responsible If You Find Property Defects After Settlement?
Legal responsibility for property defects after settlement in Australia usually rests with the buyer under caveat emptor. Vendors remain liable...
Can You Back Out of an Unconditional Contract?
You generally cannot back out of an unconditional contract in Victoria without serious financial consequences. Once unconditional, the contract is...