When do you have to pay land tax in Victoria?

when do you have to pay land tax in Victoria?
If you own investment property, commercial premises, a holiday home or even a vacant block in Victoria, land tax is part of the annual budget. Yet many people still ask: "When do I actually have to pay it?" The short answer is you must pay by the due date printed on your State Revenu... Read More

Do you need a building inspection for an apartment?

do you need a building inspection for an apartment
Buying an apartment in Melbourne is an exciting milestone, whether you are stepping onto the property ladder for the first time or adding to a growing investment portfolio. Amid the whirlwind of listings, inspections, contract clauses and finance deadlines, one question often surfaces: ... Read More

What is Section 137b?

What is section 137b
Melbourne's vibrant housing market sees a steady flow of owner builder homes coming up for sale. If you built or substantially renovated your property yourself, you might have heard whispers about a "Section 137B report". What exactly is it, why does it matter, and how do you stay on the right si... Read More

Stamp duty on non residential property

stamp duty on non residential property
Whether you are fitting out a Brunswick warehouse for your own business, purchasing retail space in Carlton or pooling funds with friends for a self-managed super fund investment, one question inevitably arises: "Do I have to pay stamp duty?" Victorians call the charge ... Read More

What does a conveyancer do when buying land?

what does a conveyancer do when buying land?
The dream of securing a slice of Melbourne's vibrant property market is exciting, yet the paperwork and legal requirements can feel like a maze. That is where a licensed conveyancer steps in, guiding you from first enquiry to the moment the keys or land title are safely in your hands. In this art... Read More