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Karen Hynes - Oakley Thompson & Co Helping everyone across Victoria making settling their property transactions smooth and seamless

Interesting read, more changes coming to the world of Conveyancing 🏘️
04/06/2026

Interesting read, more changes coming to the world of Conveyancing 🏘️

Some big sale of land changes coming to Victoria. Checkout the Consumer Legislation Amendment Bill 2026. https://lnkd.in/g5wt4WWV Estate Agents will have a new form of statement of information and won’t be able to receive their commission before settlement or rescission. Under changes to the Sale ...

🏘️ When should I talk to a conveyancer?The earlier the better. You don’t need to wait until you are ready to sign a cont...
30/05/2026

🏘️ When should I talk to a conveyancer?

The earlier the better. You don’t need to wait until you are ready to sign a contract and it makes sense to select your conveyancer as soon as you decide to buy or sell.

We recommend you don’t sign anything before you’ve asked for your conveyancer’s advice – it is always better to be safe than sorry.

Contact our office for a contract review

📱 0408 201 230
📞 9379 0877
📧 [email protected]

Have a wonderful weekend everyone!
29/05/2026

Have a wonderful weekend everyone!

🏘️ WHAT IS CONVEYANCING?Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring the ownership of property from one person to a...
20/05/2026

🏘️ WHAT IS CONVEYANCING?

Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring the ownership of property from one person to another.

The conveyancing process typically involves several stages, including:

🏠 Initial contract: The buyer and seller agree on the terms of the sale, including the price and any conditions that need to be met before the sale can be completed.

🏠 Due diligence: The buyer's conveyancer conducts a legal review of the property to ensure that there are no outstanding issues that would prevent the sale from going ahead. This might include checking for outstanding mortgages, liens, or other legal encumbrances on the property.

🏠 Preparation of the transfer documents: The purchaser’s conveyancer prepares the necessary documents to transfer ownership of the property to the buyer.

🏠 Completion: The transfer documents are signed and exchanged, and the buyer pays the purchase price to the seller. The buyer's conveyancer also arranges for the payment of any taxes or fees that are due as a result of the sale.

🏠 Registration: The transfer documents are registered with the relevant land registry, and the buyer's name is added to the title deeds of the property.

Conveyancing is usually performed by specialist solicitors or licensed conveyancers, who are qualified to handle the legal aspects of property transactions.

If you're thinking about buying or selling a property, it's a good idea to seek professional advice from a qualified conveyancer to make sure that the process goes smoothly and that your interests are protected.

Contact our office to discuss further

📞 9379 0877
📱 0408 201 230
📧 [email protected]

🏘️ WHAT DETAILS SHOULD BE ON A CONTRACT OF SALEContract of sale – private sale of propertyThe contract of sale should st...
19/05/2026

🏘️ WHAT DETAILS SHOULD BE ON A CONTRACT OF SALE

Contract of sale – private sale of property

The contract of sale should state:

✔️ details of the property
✔️ your name and the seller’s name
✔️ details of the seller’s agent, if they are using one
✔️ details of yours and the seller’s legal practitioner or conveyancer, if any
✔️ the price you are offering
✔️ the required deposit amount
✔️ the balance of the purchase price owing at settlement
✔️ a settlement period you agree with
✔️ any conditions, such as subject to finance or a building inspection
✔️ items in the property that are part of the purchase. (There is a section for this in the contract of sale.) If these items are not listed in the contract and you sign it, it may be difficult to claim ownership of those items at settlement.

An agent can complete some of the details on a contract in preparation for you and the seller to sign.

Re-posted Simply Wealth GroupThe Australian Government has confirmed major changes to Negative Gearing and Capital Gains...
12/05/2026

Re-posted Simply Wealth Group

The Australian Government has confirmed major changes to Negative Gearing and Capital Gains Tax aimed at reshaping the property market.

Here’s what you need to know 👇

✅ Negative gearing will only apply to NEW BUILDS from July 2027
✅ Existing investors who already own investment properties before the changes take effect will be grandfathered in
✅ Investors buying established properties after tonight lose future tax benefits
✅ New builds keep major investor incentives
✅ Changes designed to improve affordability for first home buyers

What does this mean?

🏗️ Demand for new builds, duplexes and off-the-plan projects could surge

This could become one of the biggest shifts in Australia’s property market in decades.

If you’re considering buying, investing, building or restructuring your strategy — now is the time to understand your options.

Discover expert property investment strategies with Simply Wealth. Build your portfolio and secure your future with Australia's trusted specialists!

💐 Happy Mother’s Day 🩷
09/05/2026

💐 Happy Mother’s Day 🩷

Kindness has a ripple effect. A small gesture, a supportive message, or simply showing up for someone can mean more than...
07/05/2026

Kindness has a ripple effect. A small gesture, a supportive message, or simply showing up for someone can mean more than we realise.

When we choose kindness, we help create the kind of communities where people feel supported, included and less alone. Sometimes the smallest act can make the biggest difference to someone’s day.

This is your reminder to check in with a friend, lend a hand, or share a little kindness where you can. 💙

Happy 1st of May 2026
01/05/2026

Happy 1st of May 2026

“Why is my Conveyancer taking so long?”It’s a question we hear more often than you might think.The reality is — a proper...
29/04/2026

“Why is my Conveyancer taking so long?”

It’s a question we hear more often than you might think.

The reality is — a property transaction isn’t just one task. It’s a chain of processes happening all at once, much of it behind the scenes.

From the very start, even the initial paperwork can cause delays if all requested documents aren’t provided upfront. Forms go back and forth, checks need to be completed, and everything must be accurate before moving forward.

Then there’s everything else:
• Chasing updates from multiple parties
• Liaising with agents
• Raising and responding to enquiries
• Managing constant incoming emails

Every file is active. Every client matters.

We work through tasks and emails as they come in, in order — not because we don’t care, but because it’s the only way to ensure every transaction is handled properly and fairly.

We understand it can feel urgent (because it is to you), but there’s a lot happening that isn’t always visible.

Good conveyancing isn’t about rushing — it’s about getting it right.

So if your conveyancer is quiet… there’s a good chance they’re actually working hard in the background to keep things moving.

A little patience — and getting everything over at the start — can make all the difference.





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