Blog - Pearson Chambers Conveyancing

Few things sour a property purchase faster than discovering, after settlement, that you cannot build a garage, extend upwards or even fence your land the way you planned. In most cases the culprit is an encumbrance: a legal or financial interest that someone other than you holds over the land. Mo... Read More

Booking a pre-purchase building and pest inspection is one of the smartest decisions you can make when buying in Melbourne's competitive property market. Yet many first time and seasoned buyers alike still ask the same question: "Can I (or should I) be there on the day?" This guide sets out your ... Read More

Buying a home or investment property in Melbourne is exciting, but it also demands clear decisions about legal ownership. One of the first questions your conveyancer will ask is, "Do you want to register the title as joint tenants or as tenants in common?" Although the two phrases sound similar, ... Read More

Quick answer: Victorian council rates are levied for the coming financial year (1 July – 30 June). In other words, they are raised in advance, even though most households choose to pay them off through quarterly instalments. If those instalments fall... Read More

Buying property in Melbourne can feel like a fast paced chess match. Prices move quickly, homes can sell after a single open for inspection, and there is always pressure to sign on the dotted line before someone else snaps up "your" place. In that whirlwind, one small phrase in a Victorian contra... Read More