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First Home Buyers

SDS Conveyancing aims to make the process of buying your first property as simple as possible. As a first home
buyer, we understand the stress involved in purchasing your first home. Our experienced team looks to guide
you through the process from beginning to end to make the transaction as seamless as possible.

Buying a House

Our First Home Buyers Services Include

 ✅ Initial consultation with First Home Owners to provide advice and guidance
 ✅ Reviewing the contract of sale and Section 32 Free of charge.
 ✅ Informing clients of their available concessions and grants.

 âœ… Lodging caveats on behalf of clients if required.
 ✅ Preparing all documents required for the transfer of ownership.
 ✅ Coordinating the transaction with the seller's representatives.
 ✅ Calculating the statement of adjustments and advising clients of the balance of money required for settlement.
 ✅ Forwarding the notice of acquisition to the council and water which secures the change of ownership.
 ✅ Finalising settlement by providing clients with a Settlement Statement and Tax Invoice.

  • Do I need a conveyancer?
    To purchase a property, you will need a conveyancer to facilitate the documents required for the transfer of ownership. This is a legal requirement.
  • When should I engage in a conveyancer?
    First Home Buyers are encouraged to contact us once they are interested in purchasing so that we are able to go through the contracts and provide the necessary advice prior to signing the contract of sale, which we do free of charge.
  • What is the first home buyers grant?
    A $10,000 First Home Buyers Grant (FHOG) is available to those buying or building their first home.
  • Am I eligible for the first home owners grant?
    To be eligible for the first home buyers grant you must fulfil the following: Not previously received the FHOG before. Not owned a home or residential property in Australia previously, either jointly or separately. Must occupy the purchased or built home for at least 12 months, commencing within 12 months of settlement or completion of construction. Must be an Australian Citizen or permanent resident. The contract price for the home, must be $750,000 or less. For an off the plan purchase it is the contract price not the dutiable value that must be $750,000 or less. When you sign a contract to buildna home it is the contract to build price that must be $750,000 or less.
  • What is stamp duty?
    Stamp duty is a tax that governments charge for certain documents and transactions. This includes buying a home, land, or investment property. The amount of stamp duty you will need to pay will depend on: The value of your property or sale cost (whichever is higher) The location of your property (each state varies) The type of property (Unit, House, Land, Investment) Whether you are a first home buyer. Whether you are classified as a foreign buyer.

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