Category Conveyancing
What Happens When the Owner of a Property Dies?

Did you know that when one of the owners of a property dies you need to notify Land Services SA? But before you do that, you need to determine exactly how the property was owned. And that’s where we can…
Who is PEXA and Why Are They Involved in My Settlement?

If you bought or sold a property in South Australia back in the 1970s or 1980s, your settlement would have occurred at the Land Titles Office and involved actual pieces of paper being stamped and registered! It’s hard to imagine…
What Do I Need To Tell My Bank When Selling My House?

We all dream of owning our home freehold, but the reality is that most of us will have a mortgage on our property for many years. This means that the lender providing the mortgage owns a portion of our home,…
Who Does What When You Buy or Sell a House?

Are you planning to buy or sell a house for the very first time? First of all, congratulations! It’s an exciting time, but there’s a lot to organise and you may be wondering who does what when you buy or…
What Does Identity Verification Mean and Why Is It Important?

When you’re involved in a property transaction as a buyer or seller, it’s a legal requirement to have your identity verified. This applies to individuals, but also to people who are acting on behalf of a business or other legal…
Who Pays for What When You Buy or Sell a House?

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a property for the first time, you may be wondering what costs are involved and who pays for what. If you are buying a property, the purchase price is obviously the biggest cost.…
A Step-by-Step Guide to Buying or Selling a Property

If you’re thinking about purchasing or selling a property for the first time, you may be wondering what is involved. As Certified Practising Conveyancers, the friendly team at Cornerstone Conveyancing SA is here to guide you through the process of…
Common Contract Conditions When Buying or Selling a House

Common Contract Conditions When Buying or Selling a House Selling a property should be easy. You engage a real estate agent, set an asking price, hold a couple of open inspections, and the offers start pouring in. Right? And buying…
What exactly is a Certified Practicing Conveyancer?

Did you know that there is a difference between a Registered Conveyancer and a Certified Practising Conveyancer? In summary, while a Registered Conveyancer is subject to certain restrictions and requirements designed to protect consumers, a Certified Practising Conveyancer is held…