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Property Legal Support From Contract to Settlement

Buying, selling or dealing with property can involve important legal and financial decisions well before settlement day.

Golottas Solicitors assists clients across Sydney and NSW with property purchases and sales, contract preparation and review, settlements, auction enquiries, commercial and retail leasing, refinancing, property development and other property ownership matters.

Based in Wetherill Park, we provide practical legal guidance throughout the transaction so you understand what you are signing, what needs to happen next and where potential issues may arise.

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PROPERTY SERVICES

Choose Your Property Matter

Not every property transaction needs the same legal support. Golottas Solicitors assists with a range of property matters across Sydney and NSW.

Buying a Property

Assistance with contracts, negotiations, settlement and the legal steps involved in purchasing residential or commercial property.

Selling a Property

Help with preparing the Contract for Sale, purchaser negotiations and progressing the transaction through to settlement.

Contract Review or Auction Purchase

Have the contract reviewed before signing or bidding so you understand the terms, settlement requirements and any matters that may need further investigation.

Commercial & Retail Leasing

Legal assistance with commercial and retail lease matters involving business premises and other commercial property arrangements.

Mortgages, Refinancing & Deposit Bonds

Assistance with property-related mortgage documentation, refinancing matters and deposit bonds.

Property Development & Ownership Matters

Assistance with property developments, property division and deeds of partition where the matter extends beyond a standard purchase or sale.

Buying a Property? Get the Contract Reviewed Before You Sign or Bid

A Contract for Sale contains the legal terms of the purchase as well as important information about the property. Having the contract reviewed before you sign can help you understand your obligations, identify conditions that may need attention and raise issues before you become legally bound.

Golottas Solicitors can review the contract and help you understand matters such as:

  • Deposit requirements
  • Settlement terms
  • Special conditions
  • Title documents
  • Inclusions and exclusions
  • Matters requiring further investigation
  • Proposed amendments or negotiations

Buying at Auction?

Contract review is particularly important before an auction. In NSW, a successful bidder is generally required to sign the contract and pay the deposit immediately, and there is no cooling-off period after purchasing at auction.

If you are considering bidding on a property, having the contract reviewed beforehand can help you understand the terms before auction day.

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PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS

Buying or Selling Property?

Whether you are purchasing a home, investment property or commercial premises, or preparing a property for sale, getting the legal side of the transaction organised early can help reduce delays and avoid problems closer to settlement.

Buying Property

Golottas Solicitors can assist purchasers with the legal steps involved in buying property, including:

  • Reviewing the Contract for Sale
  • Advising on contract terms and proposed changes
  • Assisting with negotiations before exchange
  • Reviewing relevant property and title information
  • Coordinating the legal steps leading up to settlement
  • Completing the electronic settlement and transfer process

Selling Property

For sellers, Golottas Solicitors can assist with preparing the Contract for Sale and progressing the transaction through to settlement.

  • Preparing the Contract for Sale
  • Including required disclosure documents
  • Dealing with purchaser enquiries and proposed amendments
  • Assisting with negotiations and exchange
  • Coordinating mortgage or settlement requirements where relevant
  • Completing the electronic settlement process

Buying or Selling Property?

Speak with Golottas Solicitors early in the transaction so we can review or prepare the contract and help you understand what needs to happen next.

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FIRST HOME BUYERS

First Home Buyers in NSW

Buying your first home can involve more than reviewing the contract and preparing for settlement. You may also need to understand whether you are eligible for NSW Government assistance with transfer duty or a first home owner grant.

Golottas Solicitors can assist first home buyers with the conveyancing process, including contract review, property enquiries, exchange, settlement and the legal documentation involved in transferring ownership.

First Home Buyers Assistance Scheme

Eligible first home buyers may qualify for a full or partial exemption from transfer duty when purchasing a new or existing home or vacant land in NSW.

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First Home Owner Grant

The First Home Owner Grant may be available to eligible buyers or builders of a new home, including certain newly built, off-the-plan or substantially renovated properties. It does not apply to established homes.

View Current Revenue NSW Information →

Eligibility requirements, property value thresholds and residence conditions can change. Revenue NSW should be checked for the latest scheme requirements applicable to your purchase.

Buying Your First Home?

We can help you understand the legal steps involved in the purchase and identify the information you may need to consider before exchange and settlement.

Discuss Your First Home Purchase
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

Commercial & Retail Leasing

A commercial or retail lease can create long-term financial and operational obligations for both landlords and tenants. Before signing, it is important to understand the lease terms, responsibilities and any provisions that may affect the use or cost of the premises.

Golottas Solicitors assists with commercial and retail lease matters and can help clients understand the legal terms of a proposed lease before entering into the agreement.

Important Lease Matters May Include

  • Lease term and any option periods
  • Rent and rent review provisions
  • Outgoings and other occupancy costs
  • Permitted use of the premises
  • Security, bonds or guarantees
  • Repair and maintenance responsibilities
  • Fit-out obligations
  • Make-good requirements at the end of the lease

Retail Leases in NSW

Retail leases in NSW may be subject to additional requirements under the Retail Leases Act 1994, including disclosure obligations and other provisions applying to eligible retail premises.

Because a lease can represent a significant financial commitment, obtaining legal advice before signing can help you understand the obligations you are agreeing to.

NSW Retail Lease Information →

Considering a Commercial or Retail Lease?

Golottas Solicitors can review the proposed lease and help you understand the terms before you commit.

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OTHER PROPERTY MATTERS

Property Development & Ownership Matters

Golottas Solicitors also assists with property matters that extend beyond a standard purchase or sale, including property development, ownership changes and deeds of partition.

Property Development

Legal assistance with property development matters and related property transactions.

Property Division

Assistance where property ownership interests or arrangements need to be documented or reorganised.

Deeds of Partition

Assistance with documentation where jointly owned property is being divided between co-owners.

EXPERIENCE THAT MATTERS

More Than 45 Years as a Solicitor, Barrister & Conveyancer

Property transactions benefit from experienced legal oversight, particularly where contracts, ownership arrangements or other legal issues extend beyond the mechanics of settlement.

Ross Golotta

Solicitor Director

Ross Golotta has more than 45 years of experience as a Solicitor, Barrister and Conveyancer. He is also one of the longest-serving members of the legal profession within the Fairfield City Council area.

That extensive legal background allows Golottas Solicitors to assist clients with conveyancing as part of a broader legal practice, including property transactions and leasing matters.

Meet Ross Golotta

FAQs

What does conveyancing involve in NSW?

Conveyancing is the legal process involved in transferring ownership of property from a seller to a buyer. It can include preparing or reviewing the Contract for Sale, conducting relevant property and title enquiries, dealing with exchange, preparing for settlement and completing the electronic transfer of ownership.

When should I have a property contract reviewed?

Ideally, you should have the Contract for Sale reviewed before you sign it. Getting advice early gives you an opportunity to understand the terms, identify matters requiring further investigation and discuss any proposed changes before you become legally bound. Contract review is particularly important before bidding at auction.

How long does property settlement usually take in NSW?

Settlement commonly occurs around six weeks after contracts are exchanged, although a different settlement period can be negotiated and specified in the contract. The time required will depend on the transaction and the terms agreed between the parties.

Is there a cooling-off period when buying property in NSW?

For many residential property purchases by private treaty, the buyer has a five-business-day cooling-off period after exchange. Different rules can apply to off-the-plan purchases, and there is generally no cooling-off period when purchasing at auction or when contracts are exchanged on the same day after an auction. Cooling-off rights can also be waived in certain circumstances, so legal advice should be obtained before doing so.

Can Golottas Solicitors assist with residential and commercial property matters?

Yes. Golottas Solicitors assists with residential and commercial property transactions as well as contract preparation and review, settlements, commercial and retail leases, refinancing and other property-related matters.

Can Golottas Solicitors assist first home buyers?

Yes. We can assist first home buyers with the conveyancing process, including reviewing the contract, progressing the purchase through exchange and settlement and helping you understand the legal requirements associated with the transaction. Depending on your circumstances and the property being purchased, NSW Government grants or transfer duty concessions may also be available.

PROPERTY GUIDES

Helpful Conveyancing Guides

Buying, selling or dealing with property can raise different legal questions at each stage of the transaction. Explore our guides for practical information about contracts, settlement and property conveyancing in NSW.

CONVEYANCING

What Is Conveyancing?

Understand the key legal stages involved when buying or selling property in NSW.

Read Guide → CONTRACTS

Contract of Sale Key Clauses Explained

Learn about important contract terms and what buyers should understand before signing.

Read Guide → SETTLEMENT

What Happens on Property Settlement Day?

See what happens during the final stage of a NSW property purchase or sale.

Read Guide → COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

Conveyancing for Commercial Properties

Explore some of the considerations that can make commercial property transactions different.

Read Guide →

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