Buying or selling property in Cleveland? GM Law, your local experienced conveyancing lawyers, can manage the legal process for you. From start to finish, we’ll provide reliable and affordable conveyancing services to ensure you move onto the next phase of your property journey with ease.
GM Law is highly rated by top real estate agents & customers across Queensland, and we know the Cleveland area inside-out. Leave it to us to dot the i’s and cross the t’s in your conveyancing documentation. Our aim is to inform, guide and support you on every step of your property conveyancing journey.
Our Cleveland office is ranked TOP 1 on Google Maps among solicitors in Сleveland QLD, as it is our second largest office wiafter the central Brisbane office. If you are looking for a solicitor specifically in Cleveland, then let our customer reviews do the talking for us.
We already have 150,000 successful settlements behind us, so let our team of experienced solicitors will manage the conveyancing on your behalf. We also understand that conveyancing in Brisbane has its own rules & specifics, which we understand in detail.
We always strive for transparency. Here you can learn more about the process of conveyancing in Cleveland. Our instant quote service directly shows how much you will pay for the conveyancing fee, the GST, and other costs. We value the trust of our clients, as long-term clients are the key to successful conveyancing firms in such a competitive market as Brisbane.
We understand that many potential clients will have a lot of questions about conveyancing in Cleveland area, which we cannot cover here. Because of this, we are always happy to have a chat with you over the phone.
Our bespoke conveyancing services for
Cleveland buyers
The best conveyancers do more than legal paperwork. Although purchasing property comes with risks, you should be free to focus on the rewards and let our team take responsibility for minimising your exposure. Our residential and commercial conveyancing services include:
Learn about hidden stipulations you might otherwise miss and make sure your information is complete and accurate.
You don’t have to guess what to do to fulfill the contract.
We explain any conditional stipulations, such as financial approval or pest inspections.
Our team will walk you through the execution of the transfer documentation. We will also help you understand the intricacies of paying for the transfer duty of Queensland property.
Our solicitors ensure that all prepaid expenses are removed from the settlement price. These may include counsel rates, water rates, and other expenses.
You can count on us for guidance in registering the property in your name, ensuring all legal requirements are fulfilled.
Our conveyancing services for
Cleveland sellers
The best conveyancer understands the intricacies of working with buyers. They can help you deal with your bank and real estate agent to meet your needs and expectations. You need a property conveyancing service that takes the following factors into account:
Stay up to date on the sale of your property.
We’ll outline what’s expected of you in clear English. We also answer any questions you may have promptly and plainly.
Before you can sell your property, you’ll need a clear title to make sure that third-party interests won’t affect the sale.
If you have preconditions, we ensure that the buyer executes all obligations, fulfilling the contract or forfeiting goodwill deposits.
Our team will work with the buyer’s solicitor to review documents and ensure execution.
We will work with your mortgage financiers and the buyer’s solicitor to ensure that your mortgage is paid and settled properly.
Our team will walk you through the execution of the transfer documentation. We will also help you understand the intricacies of paying for the transfer duty of Queensland property.
Commercial conveyancing requires expertise and sophistication. Our highly skilled solicitors understand commercial property law inside and out. We’ll carefully guide you through commercial real estate conveyancing when buying or selling properties.
Do you need to remove or add names to your property? We can provide flawless property transfer execution to avoid delays and risks.
Do you have an SMSF? We can effectively buy or sell real estate through your fund.
Relax and enjoy the next phase of your life when transitioning into a retirement village. GM Law provides expert assistance for a stress-free experience.
When you hire a conveyancer, they will help you with the transfer of property ownership. This includes preparing a contract, settling a deal under current regulations, assisting with a bank loan, and helping arrange an inspection. Of course, at key stages, they are personally present with you.
Also, when it comes to Cleveland, it is essential to understand the difference between a solicitor and a conveyancer. When we talk about Cleveland property transfer, we often hear that solicitors are cheaper, but the specifics of Queensland are that only conveyancers can carry out conveyancing.
We understand this page may not contain all the questions you have about Brisbane conveyancing, so you can call us on 1300 185 636. It is free and will help you stand on your feet. Of course, if you become our client, we will match you with the best conveyancing solicitor in one of our five offices in Brisbane.
At a basic level, a property lawyer in Brisbane should have all the same qualities as any lawyer, namely, to be your translator of legal terms and protect you from making legal mistakes.
Our Brisbane conveyancing solicitors’ team meets this criterion, like many others. But what if you want more? We consider ourselves the best conveyancers because our ultimate goal is to make your life better. This goes beyond the basic list of conveyancing services. The Brisbane property market is one of Australia’s most dynamic markets and often requires a personal touch. We are ready to talk. This is what separates the cheap conveyancer from the best conveyancer.
Yes, we do. In addition to the main office in Woolloongabba, we have four offices in CBD, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, and Sunnybank Hills. The key idea behind these offices is that our Brisbane conveyancing solicitors can easily communicate with our clients in person. In addition to online communications, there is always the need for face-to-face meetings and a presence at the settlements. Currently, our network of conveyancing offices fully satisfies the needs of all clients outside of Brisbane.
There are no conveyancing solicitors in Brisbane who will deny you if you don’t have a real estate agent. A property lawyer can act as a deposit holder for you. Real estate agents usually prepare a contract for a conveyancing settlement, but if you don’t have a contract, we will not charge you an additional fee for preparing it.
A cheap conveyancer in Brisbane would charge a $500 conveyancing fee, while the most expensive Brisbane conveyancing costs are around $1400. GM Law’s Brisbane conveyancing prices start at $700. But please note that the real price of conveyancing in Queensland is broken down into many fees and the majority of them are government charges. We suggest, therefore, being very careful of those who give you a single price.
You can fill out our Quote and receive a PDF document with a list of all the conveyancing fees that are relevant today for Queensland. Even if you don’t become our client, you can use this calculator to simply get a list of what you will have to pay to the Queensland government when buying or selling a property.
This issue is not relevant to Brisbane conveyancing, as, in Queensland, only licensed conveyancers can transfer property. You can read more about this in our article here.
Yes, you do. Not all conveyancers deal with Wills, but it is part of the GM Law Cleveland Conveyancing Solicitors services. Here you can find out more about Wills & Estates.
This is unnecessary, as we can discuss all your conveyancing issues online. This is your decision. Most people have a preference to either discuss conveyancing online or to have a face-to-face meeting at our main office in Woolloongabba which is located in Brisbane’s CBD.
Brisbane conveyancing fees include:
Please note that the fees differ depending on whether you are buying or selling a property. You can get the PDF with an accurate list of fees and the exact prices for your property by filling out our quote.
This period is common to all Australian states and ranges from 30 to 90 days. The process of conveyancing in Queensland is slightly different from other states in Australia. You can find out more about the stages of conveyancing here.
In general, yes, but conveyancing solicitors in Australia work with foreigners differently than with residents. If you are a non-resident, you need to have the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) approval.
Also, you may only be able to only buy property that is under construction. This is one of the measures to protect the domestic market. Here you can find out more information about conveyancing for foreigners, but pay attention that the conveyancing is slightly different for New Zealand residents.
No one is telling you no, but the need for an inspection is listed on the Queensland government website, so if you’re conveyancing in Cleveland, chances are you can’t transfer ownership without it. One way or another, the opposing party may require a pest inspection and you will have to do so.
From the Conveyancing Solicitors‘ point of view, it is very important to include the pest inspection point in the contract. Conveyancing in Brisbane is arranged so that you sign a contract first, and a pest inspection can take place weeks, or even months, later. Therefore, it is important to prescribe this in the contract, otherwise, if insects are found in your future home, you may have problems terminating the contract.
You can do it and you will pay less for it. There are several scenarios for the exchange of property between relatives, but keep in mind that Brisbane conveyancing has its specifics associated with transfer duty: even if you, as relatives, don’t pay each other money to buy or sell property, you still have to pay tax based on the market value of that property.
Sometimes the buyer can fail with the deposit payment because of a bank mistake, or the seller fails to evict the tenant, and all such issues are part of the Conveyancing Solicitor’s concerns. Technically, if you didn’t meet the terms of the contract, then the opposite party can request a penalty from you, prescribed in the contract. But as a rule, both parties are interested in closing the deal, so they are usually ready for negotiation. The best Cleveland Conveyancing Solicitor is the person who helps you with these negotiations in such difficult situations.
No, you can buy real estate freely. Although the laws of Queensland differ from those of other states, there are no restrictions on citizens of other states.
Thank you for all your help and patience over the last few months. We would not hesitate to recommend you to anyone who requires a Conveyancing Paralegal as you have done an excellent job with the minimum of fuss and a high professional standard.
Hi GM Law, thanks so much for all of your assistance in making sure our purchase went smoothly. Your attention to detail was awesome and I will definitely be recommending you to everyone needing assistance with conveyancing. I really appreciated that we were regularly kept up to date as required. Your willingness to assist me with any questions that I had was fantastic and I can’t thank you enough for your warm, personable professionalism. I look forward to you assisting us with our future purchases. Thanks again!
It was just such a pleasant experience for us to let you guys deal with all these issues for us. You are simply the best. We sure will refer GM Law to our friends.
Thanks for your help, you have been brilliant and I would recommend you guys to anyone that asks.
Thank you for managing the sale… process was very smooth and great communication.
We are very happy with the service you are providing to us, and will be sure to refer you to all our friends.
We really appreciated your expertise and efficiency on the sale of our home. We will definitely be spreading the word and keeping GM Law details handy for when requiring your services again. Thanks again and congratulations to you on a job well done!
Thank you for your professional, courteous and straightforward service!
Whether you’re buying or selling in Cleveland, GM Law can help. With over two decades of experience working with investors and homeowners in this wonderful city, you’re in safe hands.
Contact us during our office hours:
8:30am–5pm, Monday–Friday
143-147 Queen Street, Cleveland QLD 4163
Phone: 1300 185 636
We are experienced in all facets of retail and commercial leases. We offer a personalised service, getting to know you and understand your business to ensure negotiation of a lease agreement that reflects your long-term requirements and maximises your interest. Find out more
Queensland is our main market and we’ve gained a lot of experience with commercial conveyancing in Brisbane. If you are looking to buy or sell commercial property we’d love to help you. Find out more
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