Conveyancing & Property

How can Baker Jorgensen Lawyers assist you?

  • Buying and selling of residential properties including units, vacant land and houses

  • Buying and selling of commercial properties including units, vacant land, farms and industrial land

  • Buying and selling of properties by self-managed superannuation funds

 

Buying a Property

Whether you are buying a house, unit or vacant land the process can be quite stressful and it is important, where possible, to be aware of your rights and obligations before you sign a contract in Queensland.

Throughout the conveyance, we will:

  • Check the title and plan for easements, encumbrances and caveats as well as conduct the usual searches;

  • Ensure notice is given to the seller in relation to all conditions of the contract;

  • Ensure there are no outstanding fees payable for rates, water charges, body corporate levies and land tax;

  • Calculate transfer duty payable and explain any concession available;

  • Prepare all documents and make sure you gain good title to the property; and

  • Liaise with your financier to ensure their requirements are fulfilled and they attend settlement.

For further information on the conveyancing process when buying see attached brochure below or contact us on (07) 5443 5666.

Buying a Property

Selling a Property

From 1 August 2025, all sellers in Queensland will be legally required to provide a Sellers Disclosure Statement to prospective buyers before a contract is signed.

This Statement must include key information about the property, such as:

  • Title and plan details
  • Easements and encumbrances
  • Zoning information
  • Any notices or approvals affecting the property

Failure to comply with these new requirements may give the buyer the right to terminate the contract. We can assist you in preparing the Disclosure Statement to ensure compliance with the legislation and help avoid unnecessary delays or issues.

Once you have signed the contract as a seller, there is no changing your mind as the conditions are generally all in favour of the buyer and it is only the buyer that normally has the option of whether to proceed or not.
 

Throughout the conveyance, we will:

  • Ensure the buyer gives notice on all conditions under the contract;
  • Check that all documents you are required to sign are in order;
  • Ensure rates, water charges and body corporate levies that you have paid in advance are adjusted in your favour; and
  • Arrange for the discharge of your mortgage and liaise with your bank.

For further information on the conveyancing process when selling see attached brochure below or contact us on (07) 5443 5666.

Selling a property