Private sale
Ask about the offer, proposed conditions and the point at which commitments arise. Do not assume finance or inspection protections are included.
Read Consumer Affairs Victoria’s private-sale guidePrepare the questions to ask about the proposed contract before bidding, signing or making an offer.
Ask about a Preliminary Contract ReviewAsk about buying propertyBefore committing, ask how the sale method and signed contract affect your position. Finance and inspection protections depend on agreed terms; do not assume they are included.
Ask about the offer, proposed conditions and the point at which commitments arise. Do not assume finance or inspection protections are included.
Read Consumer Affairs Victoria’s private-sale guideObtain the proposed contract early. Raise any requested changes before bidding and confirm what the seller has agreed to.
Read Consumer Affairs Victoria’s auction guideCooling-off rights have exceptions, including circumstances around auctions. Conditions also depend on the agreed contract. Do not assume you can cool off, add a loan approval condition or arrange an inspection condition after committing. Ask Richard about your particular situation and read the official Victorian cooling-off guidance.
Watch property videos and use the Free Buyer Discussion pathway if you are still researching.
Have unsigned documents? Ask about a Preliminary Contract Review. Still researching? Request a Free Buyer Discussion. Already signed? Use the already-signed pathway.
Related preparation: buying costs, loans and assistance and the Contract and Section 32 guide.
Deal directly with Richard, a licensed Victorian conveyancer (Licence No. 001718L).
Eligible standard matters: $990 professional fee.
Confirm the scope and other charges in a written quote.