What is AML in conveyancing?
What is AML in Conveyancing? From 1 July 2026, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) is an extra compliance step needed to be performed by conveyancers. These laws are designed to help detect and prevent financial crime, including money laundering and the funding of terrorism. We will be sending out forms that ask additional questions of clients about […]
Should I get a building and pest inspection
It does not matter if you are buying a bespoke new build, a Metricon home from 2010, an asbestos-filled but beautiful 1960s home or a heritage-listed property from the gold rush period. In most circumstances, yes, you should get a building and pest inspection. What is a building and pest inspection? A building and pest […]
Should I Sell My Investment Property
From a conveyancing perspective, the choice of ‘should sell my investment property‘ involves weighing up many factors, including capital gains tax considerations, tenancy agreements, and your personal circumstances. 1. Should I sell my investment property if Capital Gains Tax applies? Selling an investment property in Australia will usually trigger a Capital Gains Tax (‘CGT‘) event, […]
Should I buy “Subject to Finance” in Victoria?
Should I buy ‘subject to finance’? What does “Subject to Finance” mean? It is a clause which makes the contract conditional on finance approval. This is fixed to a due date, generally 14 to 28 days after signing. When can I buy Subject to finance? You can make your contract “subject to finance” in private […]
Do I Need a Conveyancer? | Changes to Victoria’s Land Titles |
From 28 November 2025, property transactions in Victoria are changing. Some can now be lodged without a lawyer or conveyancer, but professional expertise remains essential for complex dealings. Introduction According to an announcement by the Victorian Land Titles Office, from the 28th of November 2025, individuals will be able to lodge seven common land and […]
Stamp Duty Changes for Off-the-Plan
Stamp Duty Changes to Off-the-Plan Purchases Off-the-Plan Stamp Duty Reductions in Victoria: New Concessions Starting October 21, 2024 Tax news might not be the most thrilling topic, but us as conveyancers must keep updated with Victorian Stamp Duty changes. In the famous words of Benjamin Franklin: In this world nothing can be said to be certain, […]