VIC seller-side residential conveyancing checklist
Victorian seller-side conveyancing requires a compliant Section 32 vendor statement before sale. This checklist is for Victorian solicitors acting for residential vendors under the Sale of Land Act 1962.
This is a 12-step Victorian seller-side conveyancing checklist. It covers Section 32 preparation, contract drafting, disclosure, PEXA, and settlement for residential vendors in Victoria.
The checklist
Prepare the Section 32 vendor statement
Draft the Section 32 with title, planning, outgoings, notices, owners corporation, and building permits.
Attach title and plan
Attach a current title search, plan of subdivision, and any registered dealings.
Order a planning certificate
Attach the planning certificate covering zones, overlays, and growth area contribution liability.
Obtain owners corporation certificate
For strata properties, obtain and attach the owners corporation certificate and rules.
Advise on capital gains tax
Advise vendor on CGT, main residence exemption, and foreign resident CGT withholding obligations.
Obtain ATO clearance certificate
Apply for a foreign resident capital gains withholding clearance certificate for sales $750k+.
Draft the Contract of Sale
Draft the contract using the LIV/REIV form and incorporate any negotiated special conditions.
Obtain discharge authority
Instruct the outgoing mortgagee to prepare the discharge and provide payout figures.
Respond to buyer requisitions
Answer buyer requisitions on title and contract within the due time.
Calculate adjustments
Calculate rates, water, owners corporation, and land tax adjustments at settlement date.
Attend PEXA settlement
Prepare the PEXA workspace, sign digitally, and coordinate disbursements to the mortgagee and vendor.
Release deposit and finalise
Authorise deposit release to the vendor through the agent and finalise the matter.
When this checklist applies
Use for every Victorian residential seller matter from Section 32 preparation to post-settlement.
Common pitfalls
- Missing a Section 32 disclosure item and giving the buyer rescission rights
- Not obtaining the ATO clearance certificate on sales $750k+
- Overlooking GAIC disclosure in growth area properties
- Failing to attach owners corporation certificate
- Miscalculating land tax apportionment
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General guidance for Victorian residential vendor matters. Adapt for off-the-plan, commercial, or rural sales.
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