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🏡 The Right Move Starts With Good Advice.

Property decisions are important. 🏡

Having the right guidance can help make your property journey smoother.

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🏡 Buying an Investment Property with an Existing Tenant?

Found a property you love, but someone is already renting it?

Before you sign the Contract of Sale, here are a few things worth checking! 👇

🔑 The existing lease — Is there a fixed-term lease or a periodic tenancy? Understand the current rental arrangements.

📄 The Contract of Sale — Check what it says about the existing tenancy and the arrangements that will apply after settlement.

🏠 Your plans for the property — Planning to move in yourself or renovate? Don't assume you can ask the tenant to leave immediately. The tenancy agreement and Victorian rental laws may affect your options.

💬 Get advice early — Have the contract and relevant tenancy details reviewed before committing, especially if you need the property to be vacant by a particular date.

Buying an investment property involves more than just the purchase price. Understanding the existing tenancy can help you make a more informed decision. 💚

At Prox Conveyancing, I assist buyers with Victorian property purchases, providing clear communication and practical guidance throughout the conveyancing process.

📩 Have questions about buying property in Victoria? Feel free to get in touch!

Sally Kwok | Licensed Conveyancer | Prox Conveyancing**

🏡 Buying a property? Remember to check your deposit deadline!

It’s exciting when your offer is accepted — but don’t let the excitement make you overlook an important step.

Before paying your property deposit, remember to:

🔹 Check the amount and due date in your Contract of Sale.

🔹 Confirm the correct deposit holder and payment instructions.

🔹 Keep your payment confirmation.

🔹 Contact your conveyancer early if you’re unsure about anything.

⚠️ Missing the deposit deadline may have serious consequences under your contract, so don’t leave it until the last minute.

Buying a home involves many important dates. Having someone help you understand them can make the process feel much less overwhelming. 💚

At Prox Conveyancing, I help buyers and sellers navigate Victorian property transactions with clear communication and practical guidance.

📩 Have questions about buying or selling property in Victoria? Feel free to send me a message.

Sally Kwok | Licensed Conveyancer | Prox Conveyancing

A Home Begins With a Plan. 🏡

Buying a property is an exciting step.
A little preparation can make the journey much smoother.

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🏠 The seller accepted your offer — can they still sell the property to someone else?

Imagine this…

You make an offer on a property.
The agent tells you the seller has accepted it. 🎉

You think, “Great! The property is mine!”

Then you find out another buyer is interested. 😟

So, can the seller still sell it to someone else?

It depends on where things are up to with the Contract of Sale.

🔹 An accepted offer is not necessarily the same as a signed and binding Contract of Sale.

🔹 Before a binding contract is entered into, the situation can be different.

🔹 Once a binding Contract of Sale exists, the seller has contractual obligations to the buyer.

👉 The key takeaway: Don’t assume that an accepted offer means the property is legally secured.

If you're buying a property, make sure you understand what stage the transaction has reached before relying on a verbal acceptance of your offer.

🏡 Buying property can move quickly — knowing where you stand matters.

Sally Kwok | Licensed Conveyancer | Prox Conveyancing

🏠 What if you find a problem at your final inspection?

You’re about to settle on your new home. You attend the final inspection… and notice something isn’t quite right. 😟

For example:

🔹 There’s new damage to the property
🔹 Something that was included in the sale is missing
🔹 The property isn’t in the condition you expected
🔹 Rubbish or belongings have been left behind
🔹 Agreed repairs haven’t been completed

So, what should you do?

👉 Don’t panic — but don’t ignore it either.

The final inspection is an important opportunity to check the property before settlement.

If you find a problem, let your conveyancer know as soon as possible. Depending on the issue and the terms of the Contract of Sale, there may be steps that can be taken before settlement.

Every situation is different, so it’s important to look at the contract and the circumstances.

💡 A final inspection isn’t just about checking whether the house looks nice. It’s one of the last important checks before settlement.

📖 Want to know more?
https://proxconveyancing.com.au/final-inspection-before-settlement-victoria/

Sally Kwok | Licensed Conveyancer | Prox Conveyancing

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🏠 Can a buyer change their mind after signing a Contract of Sale?

You’ve found the property you love, signed the Contract of Sale… and then suddenly you start having second thoughts. 😟

So, can you simply change your mind?

Not necessarily.

A few things can make a difference:

🔹 Is the contract already binding?
Once a Contract of Sale becomes binding, simply changing your mind does not necessarily mean you can walk away without consequences.

🔹 Does cooling-off apply?
In some circumstances, a buyer may have a cooling-off right, but there are exceptions and specific rules.

🔹 What does your contract say?
Special conditions and the circumstances of the purchase can affect your rights and obligations.

👉 The key takeaway: Don’t assume that you can simply cancel a property purchase because you have changed your mind.

Understanding what happens after signing can help you know what to expect.

📖 Read more about what happens after signing a property contract in Victoria:
https://proxconveyancing.com.au/what-happens-after-signing-contract-victoria/

Sally Kwok | Licensed Conveyancer | Prox Conveyancing

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🏠 Buying property in Victoria? What is a Section 32 Vendor Statement?

If you’re buying a property, you’ll usually receive a Section 32 Vendor Statement together with the Contract of Sale.

But do you know what information it contains — and why it’s important?

A Section 32 may include important details about the property, such as:

🔹 Mortgages and other financial interests
🔹 Easements and restrictions
🔹 Council rates and other outgoings
🔹 Planning information
🔹 Other important property details

💡 The Section 32 is an important document for a buyer to understand before signing the Contract of Sale.

Found a property you love? ❤️
Before you sign, make sure you understand the documents you’re agreeing to.

👉 Read our guide: Section 32 Vendor Statements in Victoria

🔗 https://proxconveyancing.com.au/section-32-vendor-statement-victoria/

If you’re unsure about a Contract of Sale or Section 32, Prox Conveyancing is happy to help.

Sally Kwok | Licensed Conveyancer | Prox Conveyancing

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🏡 Your Property. Your Move. Our Guidance.

Buying or selling property is a big decision.

At Prox Conveyancing, we provide clear, practical conveyancing support for Victorian property transactions — from contract to settlement.

Clear advice. Smooth settlement. 💙💚

🏠 Buying a property subject to Building & Pest?

A building and pest condition can be an important protection for buyers — but do you know exactly what the condition in your Contract of Sale means?

Before signing, it’s important to understand:

🔹 When the inspection needs to be completed
🔹 What happens if a problem is found
🔹 Whether you can negotiate or terminate the contract
🔹 What happens if the deadline is missed

💡 Not every Building & Pest condition works the same way.

If you're buying property in Victoria, make sure you understand the condition before signing your Contract of Sale.

👉 I’ve put together a simple guide explaining Building & Pest Conditions in Victoria:

🔗 https://proxconveyancing.com.au/subject-to-building-pest-victoria/

If you’re unsure about a Contract of Sale, Prox Conveyancing is happy to help.

Sally Kwok | Licensed Conveyancer | Prox Conveyancing

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