Conveyancer - what is it?
What is a Conveyancer?
Conveyancing is the term for the legal and statutory processes required to effect the transfer of ownership of real estate from one person or entity to another. The preparation, execution, verification and lodgement of numerous legal documents are important elements of conveyancing.
Your conveyancer will explain clearly the meaning and importance of each document. Our members are encouraged to use plain English, not complicated legal terms, to help you understand exactly what you are signing. Drawing upon your instructions, your conveyancer will also assist you to meet your legal obligations, verifying your identity and protect your rights and interests. Investigating the title of the property is one of the most important elements of conveyancing.
Whether buying or selling, you should be aware of anything affecting the property such as proposals by government departments, illegal buildings, or outstanding rates. Your conveyancer is able to conduct the appropriate searches and inquiries on your behalf.
It is your right to choose your own conveyancer
As this is the person that represents you in this legal transaction you will want to feel confident you have made the right choice for this most important event.
The agent wants me to use his conveyancer - is that a good idea?
Many real estate agents have local conveyancers to whom they refer work from properties they are selling. This is perfectly appropriate if based on the professionalism and expertise of the conveyancer and can be helpful if you don't know of a conveyancer yourself.
Remember, though, that your conveyancer is there to protect your interests; if you would rather select your own conveyancer.
The choice of conveyancer is yours, not the agent's.