Conveyancing

Conveyancing involves all the legal, administrative and regulatory steps required to prepare, document and complete a property transaction. This includes drafting and reviewing contracts, conducting title searches, checking for easements or restrictions, coordinating settlement paperwork and ensuring both parties meet their legal obligations. In Australia, conveyancing can be handled by a solicitor or a licensed conveyancer depending on the state and the complexity of the transaction. Good conveyancing protects sellers from legal risks by ensuring disclosures are accurate, contract conditions are met and settlement deadlines are honoured. Problems often arise when paperwork is incomplete, title issues are discovered late or communication breaks down between parties. A strong agent works closely with your conveyancer to reduce delays, keep buyers informed and help the settlement proceed smoothly. When conveyancing is handled well, the entire selling process becomes significantly less stressful for homeowners.

Practical Example

You accept an offer on your property and your conveyancer begins preparing the contract of sale. They order a title search which reveals a small easement you had forgotten about. Your agent and conveyancer work together to disclose this clearly to the buyer and provide the relevant documents early. The buyer’s conveyancer reviews the information and confirms it does not impact their intended use of the home. As settlement approaches, both conveyancers coordinate the exchange of financial and legal documents to ensure everything is completed on time. On settlement day, the funds transfer without issue and the buyer receives the keys, showing how effective conveyancing prevents delays or disputes.