When to engage a conveyancer when buying a house?

when to engage a conveyancer when buying a house

Answer: at the earliest possible stage

Why? Several very good reasons:

  • It won’t cost you extra. In fact it could save you money and stress.
  • A conveyancer with the backing of a legal firm can provide advice about other legalities* before you sign the contract so you know exactly what you’re agreeing to, and the consequences.
  • When buying a property, especially if you’re a first home buyer, it’s important to have someone with legal expertise on your side from the get-go.
  • If you’re both buying and selling a house the need to engage a conveyancer early on becomes even more important. We strongly recommend you appoint a conveyancer when you receive an offer at the latest. See our article When to Engage a Conveyancer when Selling a House.

*The law varies between states but disclosure examples include: pool fencing certification, whether the land is listed as contaminated, if it has environmental management requirements, plus other encumbrances.

The decision about when to engage a conveyancer when buying a house affects your outcome and the smooth running of the process

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