Do I need a lawyer to sell my house in Victoria?
You're not legally required to use a lawyer to sell a house in Victoria — a licensed conveyancer can also do it — but as a seller you must prepare a Section 32 vendor statement and a contract of sale, and getting these right matters. Here's what's involved and when a lawyer is worth it.
A seller's obligations
You must give buyers a Section 32 statement disclosing key information about the property before they sign, plus a contract of sale. Errors or omissions can let a buyer walk away.
Conveyancer or lawyer?
A licensed conveyancer can handle a standard sale. A lawyer is often preferred where there are legal complications — disputes, deceased estates, trusts or company sellers, or unusual title issues.
Why the Section 32 matters
A defective vendor statement is one of the most common ways a sale falls over. Getting it prepared correctly protects the sale.
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