Finance and Deposit

What a Queensland building and pest inspection generally checks, its limitations, warning signs worth taking seriously, and what buyers can observe themselves before paying for a professional inspection.

Whether a conveyancer and a solicitor are the same thing in Queensland, when a supervised conveyancing firm is enough, and when to engage a property solicitor directly.

How Queensland's statutory 5 business day cooling-off period works, how to cancel a contract, the termination penalty, and when it does not apply.

Learn how to choose a real estate agent in Queensland by verifying licences, understanding Form 6 statutory obligations under the Property Occupations Act 2014, selecting agency agreements, and negotiating fees.

What each section of a Queensland property title search means, from tenure type and registered owners to easements, mortgages and caveats.

A plain description of what happens once a property goes under contract in Queensland, including the statutory cooling-off period.

A practical look at what actually needs checking before you make an offer in Queensland, including the seller disclosure changes that started in August 2025.

The difference between a real estate agent's appraisal and a formal property valuation, and when a certified valuer is actually required.

Questions worth asking when choosing between a new build and an established home in Queensland, from warranty cover to land size.

The upfront and ongoing costs of owning property in Australia beyond the purchase price, from stamp duty to council rates and insurance.