Horrocks Solicitors Conveyancing News in Brisbane

Buying off-the-plan in Queensland Conveyancing Help

Buying off-the-plan in Queensland Conveyancing Help

Following extensive review the Queensland government has reformed the sunset clause laws to further protect consumers. Since November 2023 off-the-plan land contracts can now only be terminated by the Seller using the sunset clause in limited conditions.

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How to Choose a Conveyancer in Qld?

How to Choose a Conveyancer in Qld?

The Conveyancing process in Queensland can be a lengthy and complicated procedure that requires in depth knowledge and professional legal guidance. As it requires the time and expert information to navigate this step by step process we recommend you engage a conveyancing solicitor from the moment you are ready to sign a contract. With the right legal advice and management you can rest easy with the trust that your conveyance is in the right hands.

At Horrocks Solicitors we offer friendly and dedicated conveyancing services to ensure your settlement is easy and without the confusion or stress if any complications should arise when purchasing or selling your property.

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Conveyancing Guide : Terminating a Contract

Conveyancing Guide : Terminating a Contract

Have you signed a house and land contract to purchase in Queensland but are unsure if you can terminate the contract before settlement? Buying a property in Queensland can often easily become a complicated legal process. Horrocks Solicitors have been helping Queenslanders settle their conveyances for over 30 years and are legal conveyancing experts in Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Greater Area. When it comes to contract termination it is strongly advised to contact a conveyancing solicitor to help you through the legal process to avoid any significant mistakes and financial consequences.

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Calculate Queensland Transfer & Stamp Duty

Calculate Queensland Transfer & Stamp Duty

What are registration fees when buying a house in Qld? Purchasing property in Brisbane or Queensland includes a fee or tax by the Queensland Government on any dutiable transactions. This tax is called Stamp Duty. When does transfer duty apply? A transfer of real property in conveyancing terms is considered any transaction where you sell, buy or transfer property such as land (house, unit or vacant land) or rights to land in Queensland.

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BUYING A NEW HOME - CAN YOU LOSE YOUR BUYER'S DEPOSIT?

BUYING A NEW HOME - CAN YOU LOSE YOUR BUYER'S DEPOSIT?

Through the steps of buying a new home your Conveyancing Solicitors will help you understand the finance conditions of the contract so that you are prepared in advance for each term to be satisfied by the dates signed upon.

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Brisbane Property Market Forecast 2022

Brisbane Property Market Forecast 2022

Real estate in the Brisbane and greater areas is hot property thanks to historic pandemic interstate migration since early 2020. Buying or selling a house in Queensland has seen an unprecedented demand for Conveyancing in the Australian state.

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