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Engaging advisors when buying property
We suggest you seek advice about the purchase from other professionals, including:(1) an accountant – about the commercial viability, appropriate purchasing entity, tax considerations of the purchase and (if applicable) compliance with your Self-Mana...
Property Utility Services
No adjustments are made at settlement for charges for electricity, gas, telephone, internet or pay-TV and other utility services. We recommend that you arrange for connection of these services from the proposed settlement date to ensure appropriate...
Promises made by Seller or Agent when buying property
Please tell us of any promises or warranties made to you by the seller or the agent which are not contained in the contract. If you have been promised anything not shown in the contract you should tell us as soon as possible, as we may not be aware...
Early Possession when purchasing a property
If the seller agrees to let you into possession of the property before settlement, the contract provides that:(1) you must maintain the property in substantially its condition at the date of possession except for fair wear and tear (which obliges you...
Smoke Alarms
Failure to install compliant smoke alarms is an offence under the Fire and Emergency Services Act 1990. If the property does not have compliant smoke alarms installed, you should ensure this is done immediately following settlement.[https://www.yout...
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