The 2026 NSW Contract for Sale: What Changed and Why It Matters
With changes to the Conveyancing (Sale of Land) Regulation 2022, the Law Society of New South Wales has released a 2022 edition of the Contract for Sale and Purchase of Land in New South Wales.
Buying Property at Auction in NSW: What Happens When the Hammer Falls
At auction in NSW the winning bidder signs and pays the deposit on the spot, with no cooling-off period. What to check before you bid.
NSW First Home Buyers Assistance Scheme: Stamp Duty Exemptions Explained
The First Home Buyer Choice Scheme has been designed to make home buying more affordable.
What Is the Home Building Compensation Fund in NSW?
HBCF is NSW’s last resort insurance for residential building work. What it covers, how long it lasts, and what it means for your contract when you buy or sell.
What Is Title Insurance and Do You Need It in NSW?
What title insurance covers in NSW, what it doesn’t, what it costs, and when it’s worth having on your purchase.
Joint Tenants vs Tenants in Common: What Is the Difference?
Purchasing a property with another person is a big decision, and it’s important to consider the division of ownership before you begin.
Verification of Identity
What is verification of identity (VOI)? Starting July 1, 2016, the NSW Government introduced new verification requirements for all buyers and sellers of property in NSW. It’s known as Verification of Identity or VOI for short. What documents can be used to verify identity? The easiest and most common documents are: Birth certificate or passport […]