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A buyers agent works for you, not the vendor, searching, evaluating and negotiating on your behalf. Here is what they cost in 2026, who they actually suit, and how to pick one who is genuinely independent rather than just well dressed.
Property is the biggest purchase most Australians ever make, and the difference between a good buy and an expensive lesson is mostly preparation. This is the map: finance, the buying journey, due diligence, the real costs, investing, and selling.
A cooling-off period is a short window after you exchange contracts on a private-treaty purchase, during which you can pull out for a small penalty. Here is how long it runs by state, why auctions are different, and how to use the time well.
Buying off the plan lets you lock in a property before it exists, with years to save the balance and possible stamp duty savings. It also carries real risks: valuation shortfalls at settlement, sunset clauses and builder insolvency. Here is how to weigh both sides.
Buying your first home or your fifth, the Australian process runs the same way: sort your finances, get pre-approval, do your due diligence, then exchange and settle. Here is the full step-by-step, plus the upfront costs most people forget.
A building and pest inspection is a pre-purchase check of a home's structure and for pests, mainly termites. Here is what it covers, what it typically costs in 2026, and how to act on the report, especially before an auction where you cannot make the sale conditional.
Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property from seller to buyer. Here is what it covers, who handles it, and what it typically costs in Australia, with ranges last checked June 2026.