Special conditions are not standard and not always fair. We explain how hidden clauses can shift risk and what you should do before signing.

Buying at auction is legally binding in Victoria. These 7 mistakes could cost you dearly. Learn what to check before you bid.

When buying a home with a renter in it, you inherit the lease. Learn how this affects settlement, rent, and your right to move in.

Property settlements often run late due to banks, missing documents, or unmet conditions. Learn how to avoid delays and protect your contract.

A sunset clause might allow the developer to cancel your contract and sell the property for more. Here's what Victorian buyers must know before signing.

Owners corporations in disarray can create major risks for buyers and sellers. From missing insurance to unpaid levies, here’s how to detect a broken body corporate in Victoria.

Nomination clauses can be useful, but they’re also being misused by ‘ghost buyers’ to profit off unsuspecting sellers. Here’s what to watch out for in Victorian property contracts.

Solar panels and batteries can add value — but they can also complicate your property settlement. Here’s what Victorian buyers and sellers need to know before signing.

A single tree can ruin a property deal. Learn how roots, overhangs, and council overlays affect Victorian property transactions — and what buyers should check.

Victoria’s rental law reforms are changing how investors assess property value. From safety checks to tenant rights, we unpack the legal impacts you need to know.

Buyers often assume the vendor is the owner, but that’s not always true. If the seller is acting under the power of attorney or probate, here’s what to look out for.

Long settlements can give buyers and sellers breathing space — but they also introduce new risks. From lending issues to price changes and contract delays, here’s what to know before signing.

Selling or buying a home with a swimming pool in Victoria? Make sure you understand your legal obligations. From pool registration and barrier certificates to Section 32 disclosure rules, here’s what both parties must know.

Estate agents may still claim commission if a sale fails. Learn when vendors are on the hook and how to protect your interests.

In Victoria, if your building or pest inspector isn’t correctly licensed under local laws, your clause may fail — leaving you stuck with serious defects. Learn how to protect yourself.

The SRL is now a reality. Learn what this means for homeowners and buyers — from possible acquisitions to value capture levies — with expert local insights.

VOI is a critical check that protects buyers and sellers in property transfers. Learn how online and in-person VOI works in Victoria, and why it safeguards you from fraud.

Mid-winter auction figures in Victoria reveal a market quietly gaining steam. With a rate cut expected, property prices could jump. Buyers and sellers should act strategically now.