Conveyancing News from Brisbane & Queensland

Can you change your mind after buying a house?  If you are ready to buy residential property in Queensland or in the process of signing a house and land contract it is essential that you know exactly what you are getting yourself into. Conveyancing is rarely straight forward therefore it is best to contact a qualified property solicitor to safely navigate you through the process and avoid any costly mistakes or misunderstandings. River City Conveyancing is one of Brisbane’s most trusted Con.....
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Conveyancing Update: The emerging digital auction market in Queensland Due to on-site and in-room auctions now being banned across Australia following Scott Morrison's announcement during the COVID-19 lockdown a new emerging digital market for auctions has come to the fore.  The last month has shown that the Australian real estate market is adapting in some respects to these uncertain times. Although some buyers will withdraw from the market or opt for private sales there has been increasin.....
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IMPORTANT NOTE – COVID-19 PANDEMIC: Due to the current COVID-19 Pandemic we advise that if you are signing a contract as a Buyer or Seller of property or land in Queensland to include in your contract the COVID-19 Special Condition Conveyancing during the Coronavirus Pandemic As you are aware, the COVID-19 Pandemic is having an unprecedented impact worldwide. It may have a significant effect on your conveyance and for that reason, you should consider the following matters: The current.....
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Steps to Signing a House and Land Contract in Brisbane If you are considering a move to the sunshine state you might already have a few questions regarding how conveyancing works in Queensland in comparison to Victoria or the other Australian states. Property conveyancing is the transfer of property or land titles from a seller to a buyer. This involves more than just an exchange of contracts, as under Queensland law there are many steps that need to be completed before a property transaction is.....
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When do you need to organise home insurance on a new house? If you have newly signed a contract for the purchase of a house or property in Queensland it is imperative to know from what time you will be responsible for the loss or damage to the property. As the bushfire crisis in Australia continues across Summer and into 2020 we strongly advise that you find out as you sign a new contract by speaking with a conveyancing solicitor. House and land contracts will sometimes move the responsibility o.....
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