#16: One Signature. Thousands at Risk? Your Guide to understanding a Victorian Contract of Sale
The Melbourne Property HourShow Notes
What’s really hiding in your contract of sale?
🏠 Buying property in Melbourne is about far more than agreeing on a price. In this episode of The Melbourne Property Hour, Lisa and Cate unpack the contract of sale and vendor statement, revealing the clauses, conditions and hidden details that can materially affect a buyer’s position. With more than 40 years of combined experience in Melbourne real estate, Lisa and Cate explain what buyers should scrutinise, from planning controls and owners corporation records to cooling-off rights, finance and building and pest conditions. They also explore why special conditions matter, when cooling-off doesn't apply, and how to choose the right conveyancer or solicitor.
A must-listen Melbourne property podcast for anyone buying in Melbourne.They unpack the contract of sale and vendor statement, and reveal what buyers should really be looking for, including:
🏠 Planning controls, easements and permits 📋 Owners corporation and strata records ⚠️ Special conditions that can change your rights 🔨 Building and pest clauses 💰 Finance conditions ⏰ Cooling-off rights and when they don't apply ⚖️ And how to choose the right conveyancer or solicitor
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