Category: Buying in Victoria
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How to Buy at Auction in Victoria:A Complete Guide for First Time Bidders
Buying at auction in Victoria is one of themost common ways to purchase property inMelbourne — and one of the most stressfulif you don’t know what to expect. Here’severything you need to know to walk inprepared and walk out with the keys. Why So Many Melbourne Properties Sell at Auction Melbourne has one of the…
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What Is a Section 32 in Victoria? Everything Buyers Need to Know
If you’re buying property in Victoria you’llhear the term “Section 32” constantly. Here’sexactly what it is, what it contains, andwhy reading it carefully could save you froma very expensive mistake. What Is a Section 32? A Section 32 — formally called a Vendor’sStatement — is a legal document that Victorianproperty sellers must provide to buyers…
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Victorian Stamp Duty Calculator 2026:How Much Will You Pay?
Stamp duty is one of the biggest upfront costswhen buying property in Victoria — and one ofthe most misunderstood. Here’s exactly how itworks in 2026, with real examples. What Is Stamp Duty? Stamp duty (officially called land transfer dutyin Victoria) is a state government tax paid bythe buyer when a property changes hands. It’scalculated as…
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What is an Owners Corporation in Victoria? A Plain English Guide for Property Buyers
If you’re buying an apartment, unit or townhousein Victoria, you’ll almost certainly encounteran owners corporation — and understanding howit works could save you thousands of dollarsand years of frustration. Here’s everything you need to know, in plainEnglish. What Is an Owners Corporation? An owners corporation (previously called a bodycorporate) is a legal entity that automaticallyforms…
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