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Buying a Property

Duncan Solicitors keep it simple. Here is our Homebuyer’s check list

Stage 1: Prior to contract execution/signing (prior to “exchange” or “unconditional”)

We will :

  • Review your Contract on your behalf prior to execution.
  • Draft or proof any documents required.
  • Be available to provide any advice or guidance required in relation to the contract.
  • Offer advice on First Home Owners Grant and apply on your behalf.
  • Assist your Real Estate Agent in finalising the contract.

Stage 2: After contract execution and the documents are exchanged or unconditional.

We will :

  • Keep you informed of critical event updates when appropriate
  • Be available to answer any questions you may have during this time
  • Provide you with full details on all aspects of the purchase that you need to be aware of. You will receive a communication of every step along the way.
  • Carry out all standard searches for the property.
  • Advise you of any additional searches that are appropriate to your property.
  • Arrange building and pest inspection reports for your property (optional)
  • Pre-settlement inspection of the property (optional)
  • Calculate stamp duty and arrange for payment.
  • Reconcile pro rata costs such as Council fees.(as per Government requirements)
  • Confirm all items included in the sale of the property contract.
  • Arrange settlement details with the seller’s Conveyancer/Solicitor
  • Advise you of settlement time and location details of settlement once confirmed

You will be required to:

  • Read the correspondence that we prepare for you. It is specifically tailored to your contract and will help you understand the process.
  • Complete the necessary instructions and other relevant paperwork we send to you and return to our office at your earliest convenience.
  • Advise us if you require us to conduct any additional and optional searches
  • Arrange insurance cover for the property.
  • Confirm finance approval for your purchase.
  • Confirm your satisfaction/dissatisfaction of the pest and building report.

Stage 3: Settlement

We will:

  • Confirm and advise you of the full settlement amount to be paid.
  • Attend the settlement meeting on your behalf or arrange a settlement agent if outside of the Gold Coast area.
  • Personally advise you when the property has settled.
  • Advise you when the title has been registered and the property is officially in your name
  • Officially confirm settlement in writing
  • Arrange for keys and any security devices to be delivered to your Agent

You will then be happy to:

  • Arrange removals, disconnection and reconnection of utilities and change your address where appropriate.
  • Move into your new home!

Contact Us

2/220 Varsity Parade
Varsity Lakes Qld 4227

1300 595 595

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Take advantage of our many years of experience. We are a small boutique firm that builds relationships with our clients. We provide flexible hours to meet with or speak with our clients.

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2/220 Varsity Parade
Varsity Lakes Qld 4227

1300 595 595

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