Conveyancing is the work of legally transferring a property from one owner to another. In Western Australia that work is carried out by licensed settlement agents, which is why you will hear "conveyancer" and "settlement agent" used for the same job. Hanson Property Settlements provides property conveyancing across Perth from our office in Cockburn Central.
What conveyancing involves
Once your offer is accepted, your conveyancer takes over the paperwork and the coordination. For a typical Perth purchase or sale that includes:
- Reviewing the contract, special conditions and key dates
- Verifying your identity and preparing the transfer documents
- Ordering title, rates, water and land tax searches
- Liaising with your bank or broker, the real estate agent and the other party’s settlement agent
- Arranging duty assessment with RevenueWA for buyers
- Calculating rate and levy adjustments so each party pays only their share
- Completing settlement electronically through PEXA and lodging the transfer with Landgate
- Confirming settlement with you and your agent so keys can be released
Why Perth buyers and sellers choose Hanson
- Led by Director and licensee Katherine Hanson, with two decades of settlement experience
- Digital signing through Livesign and secure video identity checks, so no office visit is needed
- Real time updates on your file through our client app
- Offices in Cockburn Central and Busselton, acting on property anywhere in WA
- Clear, itemised quotes before you commit
Conveyancing services
We handle residential, commercial, vacant land, subdivision and strata title matters, along with deceased estates, change of name on title, family transfers and private sales.
Frequently asked questions
Is a conveyancer the same as a settlement agent in Perth?
Yes. In Western Australia the licensed profession is called a settlement agent. "Conveyancer" is the term used in most other states, and many people in WA use it to describe the same role.
When should I appoint a conveyancer?
As early as you can. Your settlement agent is normally named on the Offer and Acceptance contract, so it helps to choose one before you make or accept an offer. If you have already signed, appoint one straight away so searches and finance coordination can begin.
Can a conveyancer give me legal advice?
A settlement agent can explain the settlement process and the documents involved, but cannot give legal advice. If you have a dispute or a complex legal question about your contract, you should speak with a lawyer.
How much does conveyancing cost in Perth?
It depends on the property value and the type of transaction. See our guide to settlement agent fees or request an itemised quote online in under two minutes.