Your local conveyancer for Maitland
A Hunter team who know Maitland’s flood notations, new estates and heritage streets. Fixed fees, real local knowledge, and people who answer the phone.
Is there a conveyancer near me in Maitland? Yes. RM Property Conveyancing is a Hunter firm that acts for buyers and sellers in every Maitland suburb, from Morpeth to Chisholm. Most of your matter is done online and settlement is electronic, so you don’t need to travel. When you want to meet in person, we can arrange a visit at one of our offices.
At a glance
- Where are you based?
- Our offices are in Fennell Bay, Fletcher and Medowie. We act for Maitland clients online and in person.
- What does it cost?
- A fixed $1,900 professional fee including GST, plus around $600 in disbursements and the $146.30 PEXA fee. Roughly $2,650 all up for a typical purchase or sale.
- What should Maitland buyers watch for?
- Hunter River flood notations, estate covenants, off the plan land contracts and heritage conservation areas. We check each one in every contract.
Why Maitland buyers and sellers choose RM
We know Maitland contracts
We know Maitland City Council planning certificates, the flood affected pockets, the new estates and the local agents by name.
Solicitors and licensed conveyancers
Over 80 years of combined experience. You get legal advice on the most expensive thing you’ll buy or sell this year, not just paperwork.
Fixed fees, no surprises
You’ll know exactly what you’re paying before we start. It’s all set out in your quote.
Track your matter online
Follow your purchase or sale from quote to settlement in our app, with updates as each step is done. No chasing, no guessing.
What we look for in a Maitland contract
Every contract comes with a section 10.7 planning certificate from council, plus the title documents. In Maitland, these are the issues we see most, and what they mean for you.
Hunter River flooding
Maitland sits on the Hunter River floodplain, and low lying areas such as Central Maitland, Lorn and Horseshoe Bend carry flood related notations. These can affect insurance premiums, floor levels and what you can build, so get an insurance quote before you exchange.
New estate covenants
Chisholm, Thornton, Gillieston Heights, Aberglasslyn and Lochinvar have grown fast with new estates. Those lots often carry restrictive covenants and design guidelines covering fencing, driveways, materials and outbuildings. We read them with you so there are no surprises when you build.
Off the plan land
Buying a lot in an estate that isn’t registered yet is an off the plan purchase. You get a 10 business day cooling-off period, a disclosure statement, and a sunset date after which the contract can end if the lot still isn’t registered. We check the sunset date and how your deposit is held.
Heritage conservation areas
Morpeth and Central Maitland include heritage conservation areas. That can limit changes to the outside of a home, fences and extensions, and it can rule out demolition. We flag it so you can check your plans with council first.
Maitland suburbs we serve
We act for buyers and sellers right across Maitland, including:
Suburb not listed? We cover all of Maitland, the Hunter and the rest of NSW.
Nearby areas we cover
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What our clients say
★★★★★“Their knowledge, professionalism and attention to detail gave us so much confidence and reassurance during what could otherwise have been an overwhelming experience.”
Lisa McCormack · sold and bought at the same time
★★★★★“Made the buying and selling houses process extremely easy and all staff we have worked with have gone beyond to make it all happen.”
Brigitte Bennett · sold and bought
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Get in touch
Offices
Fennell Bay, Fletcher and Medowie. Please call first to arrange a visit.
Phone (02) 4018 7555
Email hello@rmpc.com.au
Hours Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
Talk to Justin, Julie, Amanda or Nicole. Meet our team.
Maitland conveyancing questions
Is there a conveyancer near me in Maitland?
Yes. RM Property Conveyancing acts for buyers and sellers in every Maitland suburb. Most of the work is done online, and we can arrange a visit at one of our offices when you want to meet in person.
How do I know if a Maitland property is flood affected?
The section 10.7 planning certificate attached to the contract shows flood related notations. We point them out when we review the contract, and we recommend getting an insurance quote before you exchange.
Is there a cooling-off period when buying off the plan in Maitland?
Yes. Off the plan residential contracts in NSW have a 10 business day cooling-off period, and the seller must give you a disclosure statement. We also check the sunset date, which is when the contract can end if the lot isn’t registered.
How much does a conveyancer cost in Maitland?
Our professional fee is a fixed $1,900 including GST, plus around $600 in disbursements and the $146.30 PEXA fee, so roughly $2,650 for a typical purchase or sale. AML identity checks are $150 per person. Get an instant quote for your property.
Is it better to use a local conveyancer for a Maitland property?
Yes. A local conveyancer knows Maitland City Council planning certificates, which areas are flood affected, how the new estates’ covenants work, and the local agents. You also get a same day response from someone in your own area.
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