What is a Section 32 statement?
A Section 32, or vendor statement, is a document the seller must give a buyer before a property sale in Victoria. It sets out important information about the property so you know what you’re buying.
What it must disclose
A Section 32 covers the title, any mortgages, covenants or easements, planning and zoning, rates and outgoings, owners corporation details, and known issues affecting the land.
Why it matters
It’s your main chance to spot problems — an easement, a restrictive covenant, unapproved building works, or owners corporation debts — before you’re committed to the purchase.
Who prepares it
The seller prepares it, usually through their conveyancer or property lawyer. It must be accurate and complete, and an incomplete statement can give the buyer rights.
Get it checked before you sign
A buyer’s conveyancer or lawyer reviews the Section 32 and the contract of sale together, so you understand the risks before signing anything.
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