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What's Included in Each Stage

Stage 1

Initial Legal Work & Advice

Contract review and legal advice
Property searches and due diligence
File setup and initial consultation
Ongoing advice until exchange of contracts

Stage 2

Settlement & Completion

Settlement preparation and coordination
Settlement attendance (in person or electronic)
Final document preparation
Post-settlement compliance and handover

Cost Breakdown

Initial Legal Work & Advice

Cost

Stage 1: Initial Legal Work & Advice

$788.00

Stage 2: Settlement & Completion

$998.00

Total Legal Fees:

$1,786.00

Disbursements (Required)

Cost

ACT Revenue - Rates Enquiry Search

$125.35

ACTEW - Rates Enquiry Search

$41.75

Settlement facilitation fee

$154.91

Total Disbursements:

$322.01

Sundries

Cost

Stage 1: Printing, Postage and Communications

$73.65

Stage 2: Printing, Postage and Communications

$73.65

Total Sundries:

$147.30

Optional Disbursements (Recommended)

Cost

ACTEW - Special Water Meter Reading Search

$44.85

Grand Total

$2,255.31 (Inclusive of GST)

Add $44.85 if optional water meter search is requested

When You Pay

Stage 1 professional fees ($788.00) + Stage 2 professional fees ($998.00): Paid together at settlement
Disbursements and sundries: Paid at settlement
No upfront costs required

About Search Costs

Searches are charged to you at the price that it costs us; there is no additional benefit to us from additional searches. If further searches are required, payment of these additional searches at cost must be made on settlement.

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What's Included in Each Stage

Stage 1

Initial Legal Work & Advice (Payable at consultation)

Specialised off-the-plan contract review
Developer compliance and sunset clause analysis
Building progress monitoring setup
Expert legal advice for development purchases

Stage 2

Settlement & Completion (Payable at settlement)

Final building inspection coordination
Settlement preparation and attendance
Title registration and handover
Post-settlement compliance

Cost Breakdown

Professional Legal Fees

Cost

Stage 1: Initial Legal Work & Advice

$788.00

Stage 2: Settlement & Completion

$998.00

Total Legal Fees:

$1,786.00

Disbursements (Reduced for Off-the-Plan)

Cost

Settlement facilitation fee

$154.91

Total Disbursements:

$154.91

Sundries

Cost

Stage 1: Printing, Postage and Communications

$73.65

Stage 2: Printing, Postage and Communications

$73.65

Total Sundries:

$147.30

Grand Total

$2,088.21 (Inclusive of GST)

Payment Schedule

Upfront (at consultation): $1,016.56 - Stage 1 professional fees ($788.00) + Stage 1 sundries ($73.65) + Disbursements ($154.91)
At settlement: $1,071.65 - Stage 2 professional fees ($998.00) + Stage 2 sundries ($73.65) + Additional searches (if required)
If development is cancelled: You only pay upfront amount for work completed

Off-the-Plan Benefits

Reduced disbursements (save $167.10)
Specialized sunset clause protection
Developer progress monitoring included

About Search Costs

Searches are charged to you at the price that it costs us, there is no additional benefit to us from additional searches. If further searches are required, payment of these additional searches at cost must be made on settlement.

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What's Included in Each Stage

Stage 1

Initial Legal Work & Advice (Payable at consultation)

Specialised contract review and risk assessment
Complete property searches and compliance checks
Expert legal advice for complex transactions
Ongoing support through extended timeline

Stage 2

Settlement & Completion (Payable at settlement)

Settlement preparation and coordination
Settlement attendance (in person or electronic)
Final document preparation
Post-settlement compliance and handover

Cost Breakdown

Professional Legal Fees

Cost

Stage 1: Initial Legal Work & Advice

$788.00

Stage 2: Settlement & Completion

$998.00

Total Legal Fees:

$1,786.00

Disbursements (Required)

Cost

ACT Revenue - Rates Enquiry Search

$125.35

ACTEW - Rates Enquiry Search

$41.75

Settlement facilitation fee

$154.91

Total Disbursements:

$322.01

Sundries

Cost

Stage 1: Printing, Postage and Communications

$73.65

Stage 2: Printing, Postage and Communications

$73.65

Total Sundries:

$147.30

Optional Disbursements (Recommended)

Cost

ACTEW - Special Water Meter Reading Search

$44.85

Grand Total

$2,255.31 (Inclusive of GST)

Add $44.85 if optional water meter search is requested

Payment Schedule

Upfront (at consultation): $1,183.66 - Stage 1 professional fees ($788.00) + Stage 1 sundries ($73.65) + Disbursements ($322.01)
At settlement: $1,071.65 - Stage 2 professional fees ($998.00) + Stage 2 sundries ($73.65) + Additional searches (if required)
If transaction doesn't proceed: You only pay upfront amount for work completed

Why Upfront Payment is Required

Auction advice and delayed settlements require immediate expert attention and complete due diligence. This ensures you receive priority service while protecting both parties.

About Search Costs

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Apartment / Townhouse / Land Purchase

Standard Quote

What's Included in Each Stage

Stage 1

Initial Legal Work & Advice

Contract review and legal advice
Property searches and due diligence
Strata/body corporate review (if applicable)
File setup and initial consultation

Stage 2

Settlement & Completion

Settlement preparation and coordination
Settlement attendance (in person or electronic)
Final document preparation
Post-settlement compliance and handover

Cost Breakdown

Professional Legal Fees

Cost

Stage 1: Initial Legal Work & Advice

$788.00

Stage 2: Settlement & Completion

$998.00

Total Legal Fees:

$1,786.00

Disbursements (Required)

Cost

ACT Revenue - Rates Enquiry Search

$125.35

ACTEW - Rates Enquiry Search

$41.75

Settlement facilitation fee

$154.91

Total Disbursements:

$322.01

Sundries

Cost

Stage 1: Printing, Postage and Communications

$73.65

Stage 2: Printing, Postage and Communications

$73.65

Total Sundries:

$147.30

Grand Total

$2,255.31 (Inclusive of GST)

Payment Schedule

Stage 1 professional fees ($788.00) + Stage 2 professional fees ($998.00): Paid together at settlement
Disbursements and sundries: Paid at settlement
No upfront costs required

About Search Costs

Appoint Us Now

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1300 483 562

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Apartment / Townhouse / Land Purchase

Off-the-Plan Quote

What's Included in Each Stage

Stage 1

Initial Legal Work & Advice (Payable at consultation)

Specialised off-the-plan contract review
Developer compliance and sunset clause analysis
Building progress monitoring setup
Expert legal advice for development purchases

Stage 2

Settlement & Completion (Payable at settlement)

Final building inspection coordination
Settlement preparation and attendance
Title registration and handover
Post-settlement compliance

Cost Breakdown

Professional Legal Fees

Cost

Stage 1: Initial Legal Work & Advice

$788.00

Stage 2: Settlement & Completion

$998.00

Total Legal Fees:

$1,786.00

Disbursements (Reduced for Off-the-Plan)

Cost

Settlement facilitation fee

$154.91

Total Disbursements:

$154.91

Sundries

Cost

Stage 1: Printing, Postage and Communications

$73.65

Stage 2: Printing, Postage and Communications

$73.65

Total Sundries:

$147.30

Grand Total

$2,088.21 (Inclusive of GST)

Payment Schedule

Upfront (at consultation): $1,016.56 - Stage 1 professional fees ($788.00) + Stage 1 sundries
At settlement: $1,071.65 - Stage 2 professional fees ($998.00) + Stage 2 sundries ($73.65) + Additional searches (if required)
If development is cancelled: You only pay upfront amount for work completed

Off-the-Plan Benefits

Reduced disbursements (save $167.10)
Specialized sunset clause protection
Developer progress monitoring included

About Search Costs

Appoint Us Now

Email This Quote

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ACT

1300 483 562

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Apartment / Townhouse / Land Purchase

Auction/Delayed Settlement Quote

What's Included in Each Stage

Stage 1

Initial Legal Work & Advice (Payable at consultation)

Specialised contract review and risk assessment
Complete property searches and compliance checks
Strata/body corporate analysis (if applicable)
Expert legal advice for complex transactions

Stage 2

Settlement & Completion (Payable at settlement)

Settlement preparation and coordination
Settlement attendance (in person or electronic)
Final document preparation
Post-settlement compliance and handover

Cost Breakdown

Professional Legal Fees

Cost

Stage 1: Initial Legal Work & Advice

$788.00

Stage 2: Settlement & Completion

$998.00

Total Legal Fees:

$1,786.00

Disbursements (Required)

Cost

ACT Revenue - Rates Enquiry Search

$125.35

ACTEW - Rates Enquiry Search

$41.75

Settlement facilitation fee

$154.91

Total Disbursements:

$322.01

Sundries

Cost

Stage 1: Printing, Postage and Communications

$73.65

Stage 2: Printing, Postage and Communications

$73.65

Total Sundries:

$147.30

Grand Total

$2,255.31 (Inclusive of GST)

Payment Schedule

Upfront (at consultation): $1,183.66 - Stage 1 professional fees ($788.00) + Stage 1 sundries ($73.65) + Disbursements ($322.01)
At settlement: $1,071.65 - Stage 2 professional fees ($998.00) + Stage 2 sundries ($73.65) + Additional searches (if required)
If transaction doesn't proceed: You only pay upfront amount for work completed

Why Upfront Payment is Required

Auction advice and delayed settlements require immediate expert attention and complete due diligence. This ensures you receive priority service while protecting both parties.

About Search Costs

Appoint Us Now

Email This Quote

Done

ACT

1300 483 562

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House/Land Sale

Standard Quote

What's Included in Each Stage

Stage 1

Contract Preparation & Legal Setup

Contract of sale drafting with comprehensive legal disclosures
Property searches and title verification
Vendor statement preparation
File setup and initial legal advice

Stage 2

Settlement & Completion

Settlement preparation and coordination
Settlement attendance (in person or electronic)
Final document preparation and fund coordination
Post-settlement compliance and handover

Cost Breakdown

Professional Legal Fees

Cost

Stage 1: Initial Legal Work & Advice

$798.00

Stage 2: Settlement & Completion

$998.00

Total Legal Fees:

$1,796.00

Disbursements (Required)

Cost

Titles Office - Title Search

$37.98

Land Titles Office - Crown Lease Search

$37.98

Land Titles Office - Deposited Plan Search

$31.13

ACTPLA - Lease Conveyancing Enquiry

$108.88

Contract of Sale preparation

$25.00

Settlement facilitation fee

$194.91

Total Disbursements:

$435.88

Sundries

Cost

Stage 1: Printing, Postage and Communications

$98.65

Stage 2: Printing, Postage and Communications

$98.65

Total Sundries:

$197.30

Grand Total

$2,429.18 (Inclusive of GST)

When You Pay

Stage 1 fees ($1,137.62): Paid when contract is completed, before marketing begins
Stage 2 fees ($1,291.56): Paid at settlement when property sells
Standard payment structure for immediate contract preparation

About Search Costs

Searches are charged to you at the price that it costs us, there is no additional benefit to us from additional searches. If further searches are required at law, payment of these additional searches at cost must be made by you at the relevant time.

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House/Land Sale

$0 Upfront Quote

What's Included in Each Stage

Stage 1

Contract Preparation & Legal Setup (No upfront payment required)

Contract of sale drafting with comprehensive legal disclosures
Property searches and title verification
Vendor statement preparation
File setup and initial legal advice

Stage 2

Settlement & Completion (Payable at settlement)

Settlement preparation and coordination
Settlement attendance (in person or electronic)
Final document preparation and fund coordination
Post-settlement compliance and handover

Cost Breakdown

Professional Legal Fees

Cost

Stage 1: Initial Legal Work & Advice

$798.00

Stage 2: Settlement & Completion

$998.00

Total Legal Fees:

$1,796.00

Disbursements (Required)

Cost

Titles Office - Title Search

$37.98

Land Titles Office - Crown Lease Search

$37.98

Land Titles Office - Deposited Plan Search

$31.13

ACTPLA - Lease Conveyancing Enquiry

$108.88

Contract of Sale preparation

$25.00

Settlement facilitation fee

$194.91

Total Disbursements:

$435.88

Sundries

Cost

Stage 1: Printing, Postage and Communications

$98.65

Stage 2: Printing, Postage and Communications

$98.65

Total Sundries:

$197.30

Grand Total

$2,429.18 (Inclusive of GST)

Payment Schedule

$0 Upfront: Contract prepared immediately with no upfront payment
All fees payable: At settlement, within 180 days of instruction, or within 14 days if withdrawn from
Marketing contract ready: Next day after searches completed

$0 Upfront Benefits

Get to market immediately without upfront legal costs
Professional contract preparation with no initial payment
Full solicitor protection from day one

About Search Costs

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Unit/Apartment Sale

Standard Quote

What's Included in Each Stage

Stage 1

Contract Preparation & Legal Setup (No upfront payment required)

Contract of sale drafting with comprehensive legal disclosures
Property searches and title verification
Vendor statement preparation
File setup and initial legal advice

Stage 2

Settlement & Completion (Payable at settlement)

Settlement preparation and coordination
Settlement attendance (in person or electronic)
Final document preparation and fund coordination
Post-settlement compliance and handover

Cost Breakdown

Professional Legal Fees

Cost

Stage 1: Initial Legal Work & Advice

$798.00

Stage 2: Settlement & Completion

$998.00

Total Legal Fees:

$1,796.00

Disbursements (Required)

Cost

Land Titles Office - Deposited Plan Search

$31.13

Land Titles Office - Land Title Search

$37.98

Land Titles Office - Crown Lease Search

$37.98

Land Titles Office - Deposited Plan Search

$31.13

ACTPLA - Lease Conveyancing Enquiry

$108.88

Body Corporate - Past Official Minutes (2 years)

Varies

Contract of Sale preparation

$25.00

Settlement facilitation fee

$194.91

Total Disbursements:

$504.99 + Body Corporate Minutes

Sundries

Cost

Stage 1: Printing, Postage and Communications

$98.65

Stage 2: Printing, Postage and Communications

$98.65

Total Sundries:

$197.30

Disbursements (Refundable by Buyer)

Cost

Body Corporate - Section 119 Certificate Search

$123.88

Grand Total

$2,498.29 (Inclusive of GST)

Plus Body Corporate Minutes cost

When You Pay

Stage 1 fees ($1,330.61 + Body Corporate Minutes cost): Paid when contract is completed, before marketing begins
Stage 2 fees ($1,291.56): Paid at settlement when property sells
Section 119 Certificate ($123.88): Refunded by buyer at settlement

About Search Costs

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Email This Quote

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Unit/Apartment Sale

$0 Upfront Quote

What's Included in Each Stage

Stage 1

Contract Preparation & Legal Setup (No upfront payment required)

Contract of sale drafting with comprehensive legal disclosures
Property searches and title verification
Vendor statement preparation
File setup and initial legal advice

Stage 2

Settlement & Completion (Payable at settlement)

Settlement preparation and coordination
Settlement attendance (in person or electronic)
Final document preparation and fund coordination
Post-settlement compliance and handover

Cost Breakdown

Professional Legal Fees

Cost

Stage 1: Initial Legal Work & Advice

$798.00

Stage 2: Settlement & Completion

$998.00

Total Legal Fees:

$1,796.00

Disbursements (Required)

Cost

Land Titles Office - Deposited Plan Search

$31.13

Land Titles Office - Land Title Search

$37.98

Land Titles Office - Crown Lease Search

$37.98

Land Titles Office - Deposited Plan Search

$31.13

ACTPLA - Lease Conveyancing Enquiry

$108.88

Body Corporate - Past Official Minutes (2 years)

Varies

Contract of Sale preparation

$25.00

Settlement facilitation fee

$194.91

Total Disbursements:

$504.99 + Body Corporate Minutes

Sundries

Cost

Stage 1: Printing, Postage and Communications

$98.65

Stage 2: Printing, Postage and Communications

$98.65

Total Sundries:

$197.30

Disbursements (Refundable by Buyer)

Cost

Body Corporate - Section 119 Certificate Search

$123.88

Grand Total

$2,498.29 (Inclusive of GST)

Plus Body Corporate Minutes cost

Payment Schedule

$0 Upfront: Contract prepared immediately with no upfront payment
All fees payable: At settlement, within 180 days of instruction, or within 14 days if withdrawn from market (whichever comes first)
Marketing contract ready: Next day after searches completed
Section 119 Certificate ($123.88): Refunded by buyer at settlement

About Search Costs

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