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The owner of a large vacant block wishes to chop it up into small parcels (lots) and sell each new lot.  However, the owner…

If you are thinking of buying a property, taking out title insurance may be a valuable option to consider. There are many risks involved…

What is transfer duty? Transfer duty is a state government tax imposed on all dutiable transactions over dutiable property in Western Australia. Most transfers…

This is the first of a series of articles analysing the role of the settlement agent* and how that role relates to, and interacts…

Properties with pools are a popular choice in WA.  Here are some water-safety tips for buyers. Swimming Pools The Building Act 2011 (WA) mandates…

If you buy real estate with your partner or others, you should specify your choice of joint ownership in the Contract. Co-owners may be…

As a buyer you want to be confident of the condition of the house you’re buying. Most buyers are aware of the hidden menace…

Have you found a beautiful house with a deal too hard to walk away from? If it’s not exactly the right home for you,…

Buyers and sellers of land generally succeed in completing settlement on the agreed settlement date. However, settlement may be delayed due to an unforeseen…

Sometimes property buyers want to move in before settlement is completed.  Reasons vary, but commonly it’s about keeping removalist bookings or a sale and…