Transferee vs Transferor – What’s the difference?
A transferor is the person or entity that is transferring ownership of an asset to another person or entity, known as the transferee. This can happen in a variety of situations, such as the sale of a property, the transfer of a business, or the transfer of shares of stock. [...]
Due Diligence
Due diligence searches are a critical part of the conveyancing process, as they help to ensure that a property is free of any potential legal or financial issues. They are typically conducted by a solicitor or licensed conveyancer and are designed to identify any risks or liabilities associated with a [...]
Building and Pest Condition
When buying a property, it's important to consider not just the physical condition of the building, but also potential issues with pests. Building and pest inspections are a crucial part of the conveyancing process, as they can help identify any potential issues that could affect the value or liveability of [...]
Cooling Off Period
The REIQ contract allows for a cooling off period that can be effectively used by the buyer. The duration of the cooling off period in QLD is five business days commencing from the date when the buyer enters into a binding contract. The buyer becomes bound only after receiving the [...]
REIQ Finance clause
Clause 3 of the REIQ contract provides that the contract is conditional on the buyer obtaining approval of a loan for the finance amount from the financier by the finance date on terms satisfactory to the buyer. Clause 3 is only activated if each of these three items (finance amount, [...]
What is conveyancing?
Conveyancing is the process of transferring the ownership of the property you’re purchasing from the seller to you. It makes sure that the process is perfectly legal and above board. The conveyancing process is handled by a conveyancing solicitor or licensed conveyancer. If you’re looking to buy or sell property, [...]
