Selling
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Selling your property
The sale of real estate can mean many things – a major relocation, the realisation of your most valuable asset, even a new job. The time between finding a buyer for your property and moving out can be an anxious and stressful one.Our aim is to take away from you as much of that stress as we can. You have enough to worry about- leave the transfer of your property to us
Where do I start?
- Selecting an Agent
have they been recommended by people whose opinion you trust?do you need an agent who specialises in your particular type of property (e.g. rural or commercial?)what marketing strategy does the agent use? Are you comfortable with that?do you think you will have enough rapport to be able to work with the agentdoes the price the agent is suggesting seem realistic?
Appointing the AgentThe agent must have you sign an authority form before they commence marketing your property. Read it carefully and discuss the agent’s commission and expenses first.
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Putting the property on the market
When you have selected an agent you will need to discuss with them the most appropriate method for selling your property, particularly whether to hold an auction or just proceed as a private sale.
Either way, it is important that as soon as a buyer is found, all the paperwork is in place to have a contract signed as quickly as possible.
Either way, it is important that as soon as a buyer is found, all the paperwork is in place to have a contract signed as quickly as possible.
What paperwork do I need?
Before any property can be sold in Victoria, a signed Vendor’s Statement (also known as a “Section 32 Statement” must be given to the purchaser. We will prepare this for you. You can provide us with all the information we need using our online form, but it will be helpful if you have the following documents available:
1. a copy of your title2. your current rates notice3. your most recent water account4. copies of any building permits and associated certificates of final inspection or certificate of occupancy issued within the last seven years5. any notices from any government department or local council ordering you to undertake works or pay fees or taxes in relation to the property
Extra requirements may apply if, for example, you have undertaken building work as an owner-builder or if you are selling a commercial property which may be subject to GST. We will let you know if any of these things apply to your situation and work with you and your accountant or other professionals to ensure all these matters are properly dealt with.You should speak to us about arranging all these matters as soon as you decide to list put your property on the market so that we can work with your chosen agent to give you the best chance of a quick successful sale.
1. a copy of your title2. your current rates notice3. your most recent water account4. copies of any building permits and associated certificates of final inspection or certificate of occupancy issued within the last seven years5. any notices from any government department or local council ordering you to undertake works or pay fees or taxes in relation to the property
Extra requirements may apply if, for example, you have undertaken building work as an owner-builder or if you are selling a commercial property which may be subject to GST. We will let you know if any of these things apply to your situation and work with you and your accountant or other professionals to ensure all these matters are properly dealt with.You should speak to us about arranging all these matters as soon as you decide to list put your property on the market so that we can work with your chosen agent to give you the best chance of a quick successful sale.
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Our Services
We will handle all the legal aspects of your property sale for you, including:- preparation of your Vendor’s Statement and the Contract of Sale
- answering any technical enquiries which come from the purchasers
- checking all documents prepared by the purchasers for the transfer before you sign them- liaising with your bank to ensure your mortgage is discharged at settlement- dealing with any legal problems which may arise with the transaction- checking the purchaser’s calculations of any adjustments to the sale price- arrangement of and attendance to settlement on your behalf