Before You Go To Market
When you’re selling your home, it is important to understand the process of selling a house or an investment property.
The majority of people who sell their property have no idea what they are doing, but they think that if they pay professionals to do it for them then they will get a good price and everything will be fine.
The truth is that professional help can save you time and money by ensuring that the sale goes through smoothly with minimum fuss and expense.
As selling a house or investment property is not a routine task for many, some may only go through the process once or twice in their lifetime. Therefore, it is advisable to conduct some research beforehand and acquaint oneself with the process to prevent any unpleasant surprises that could delay the property’s sale.
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Contract Review
The contract is sent to our office for a thorough review. We carefully examine the terms, identify any concerns, and ensure everything is in order before moving forward with the purchase.
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Cooling Off Advice
During the five-business-day cooling-off period, we explain the contract terms, outline your legal obligations, and negotiate any required changes. This advice is provided either in writing or during a meeting at our office.
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Deposit Payment
Before the cooling-off period expires, the balance of your deposit must be paid. We will guide you through the payment process and ensure everything is completed correctly and on time.
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Stamp Duty
Stamp duty is payable within three months of the exchange date. We assist with completing all required OSR forms and help arrange payment to ensure compliance with government requirements.
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Registration Updates
Once the vendor’s conveyancer notifies us that the subdivision plan has been registered, we immediately pass on the information to you and keep you updated throughout the process.
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Settlement Preparation
We notify both you and your lender once registration is complete and the 14-day settlement period begins. All required documents are promptly provided to your bank to avoid settlement delays.
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Settlement Booking
Settlement is scheduled between all parties around one week before the agreed settlement date. We coordinate the arrangements and keep you informed throughout the booking process.
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Final Arrangements
We confirm your settlement appointment and advise if any additional funds are required beyond your loan amount. We also coordinate settlement cheques to ensure everything is ready on time.
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Settlement Day
On settlement day, HAPN Conveyancing completes the final title checks and attends settlement on your behalf. We ensure all legal requirements are completed smoothly and accurately.
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Settlement Complete
Once settlement has been successfully completed, we will notify you immediately and confirm that the transaction is finalised. You can then move forward with confidence knowing everything has been completed successfully.