How to Choose a Good Conveyancer Before Buying or Selling Property

Buying or selling a property is one of the biggest financial decisions most people will make. Yet many people spend more time comparing mortgage rates or browsing real estate listings than they do choosing the professional who will help manage the legal side of the transaction. A good conveyancer can help identify risks, explain complex […]

Building and pest inspection cost in Victoria

A combined building and pest inspection cost in Victoria typically falls between $400 and $700 in 2026, with most standard houses landing around $500–$650. Apartments sit at the lower end, while large, older, or heritage homes can run to $900 or more. It’s one of the smallest costs in a property purchase — and potentially […]

Will sellers pay for building and pest inspections in Victoria?

If you have bought, or tried to buy, a home in Victoria, you have almost certainly paid for at least one building and pest inspection — and if your search dragged on, possibly several. Under the current system, that cost falls entirely on the buyer, whether or not your offer is ever accepted. That could […]

What is PPOR? How to Prove Principal Place of Residence

Last updated on 4 February 2026. Understanding how a Principal Place of Residence (PPOR) works in Australia is essential for homeowners, especially when it comes to capital gains tax (CGT), land tax, and property transactions. Whether you live in the property full-time, rent it out temporarily, or move interstate or overseas, how your property is […]

Land tax in Victoria 2026: Who pays & How is it calculated?

Owning property in Victoria comes with a few hidden costs – and land tax is one that often surprises people. This guide explains what land tax is, who pays it, how much it costs, and the latest rule changes you should know before the next assessment hits your inbox. Who pays land tax in Victoria? […]

What is a default notice in a property contract in Victoria?

When a property settlement goes wrong, the first formal legal step is almost always the same: serving a default notice in a property contract in Victoria. This document sets the enforcement process in motion, puts the defaulting party formally on notice, and opens the door to remedies that can include termination of the contract, forfeiture […]

Buying property with tenants in Victoria : what buyers must know

Buying property with tenants in Victoria is not a standard conveyancing transaction. It is a legally layered process governed primarily by the Residential Tenancies Act 1997 (Vic) and the standard Contract of Sale issued by the Law Institute of Victoria (LIV). Whether you are an investor purchasing a rental asset or an owner-occupier intending to […]

Bridging finance and property settlements in Victoria explained

For many Victorians, buying a new home and selling an existing one are not two separate events, they are deeply intertwined. The timing gap between those two transactions is one of the most financially and legally complex aspects of any property move, and bridging finance and property settlements in Victoria is one of the most […]

What is penalty interest in property settlements in Victoria?

In Victoria, the party responsible for a delay may be required to pay penalty interest in property settlements in Victoria. For buyers and sellers alike, this is one of the most financially significant consequences of a settlement going wrong. Understanding how penalty interest in property settlements in Victoria arises, how it is calculated, and who […]

Can a seller pull out of a contract of sale in Victoria ?

Can a seller pull out of a contract of sale in Victoria? This is one of the most frequent questions in Victorian real estate transactions once a deal begins to feel “set in stone.” If you are wondering can a seller pull out of a contract of sale in Victoria?, the short answer is that […]