• Title Searches
• Checking for encumbrances and restrictions on the property
• Ensuring any special conditions mentioned in the contract are met
• Making sure rates and water consumption charges are paid by the appropriate party
• Arranging for the payment of fees and charges
• Preparation of legal documents.

Searches tend to take up the bulk of the conveyance. Due to the three level system of government in the country (federal, state and local), it must be made sure that all rights and title are properly awarded to the seller. Most information is retrieved from state or local (council) authorities and includes:

• Company search
• Contaminated Land search
• Council Property search
• Full Council Inspection of Records search
• Land Tax search
• Main Roads search
• Registered Plan Search or Building Units/Group Titles Plan Search
• Titles Search & check title search

Although conveyancing matters are usually regarded as straightforward, this is not always the case. For clients involved in difficult disputes, we use solicitors to provide conveyancing services, not clerks. Although clerks may be experienced, they do not have the same ethical responsibilities and duties of a professional, qualified solicitor or licensed conveyancer.

Richard Watson brings a wealth of knowledge with over 25 years of experience in handling conveyancing & property related matters. Richard is closely supported by Penny Kioussis, who has over 7 years experience as a conveyancer.

If you are buying or selling a property, it is highly recommended that you use an expert in conveyancing. For an obligation free quote, call Watson and Watson on 02 9221 6011.