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Selling a house online? Our easy step-by-step guide shows you how.
Eight steps from tidying up to settlement, with what to expect at each one. A short, practical run-through for anyone selling a house online for the first time.
How to sell commercial property without an agent
You can sell your own commercial property and skip a hefty commission — but it’s a different game from selling a house. Here’s how it differs (buyers, yield, GST, leases) and a step-by-step guide to doing it privately.
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Residential lease agreements explained: a state-by-state guide for private landlords
Here’s something that surprises a lot of first-time landlords: you don’t actually write a…
Cooling-off periods in Australia: a state-by-state guide (2026)
You’ve accepted an offer and the contracts are signed. Done deal? Not quite. In…
What happens on settlement day? A plain-English guide for sellers
Settlement day sounds like the nerve-wracking finale — but as the seller you barely lift a finger. Here’s what actually happens (electronically, behind the scenes), when your money lands, and the one thing to organise early so it all runs smoothly.
What to expect in a final inspection presettlement
The buyer’s last look before settlement. What they are entitled to check, what counts as fair wear and tear, and what happens if the two of you disagree.
Foreign Resident Capital Gains Withholding: What Every Seller Needs to Know
The $750,000 threshold is gone and the rate is now 15%, so every Australian selling any property needs an ATO clearance certificate. It’s free, it takes up to 28 days, and it’s the one thing worth sorting out the week you decide to sell.