What is conveyancing?

Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property ownership from one person to another. It covers everything between signing a contract and the day the property officially changes hands at settlement.

What does a conveyancer do?

A conveyancer manages the paperwork and legal steps of your property transfer. Their work typically includes:

• Reviewing or preparing the contract of sale.
• Running searches on the property and title.
• Explaining your rights, such as the cooling-off period.
• Calculating adjustments for rates and other costs.
• Coordinating with your lender and the other party.
• Managing settlement so the transfer completes correctly.

Conveyancer or solicitor?

A licensed conveyancer specialises in property transfers and is often the more affordable option for a standard transaction. A solicitor can do conveyancing too and can also advise on broader legal matters, which may help if your purchase or sale is complex. Rules differ by state, so what is available can depend on where the property is.

When should you engage one?

It is best to involve a conveyancer early, ideally before you sign a contract or bid at auction. Having them review the contract first can save you from surprises later.

Next steps

If you are ready to get started, we can connect you with licensed conveyancers and solicitors who will provide quotes so you can compare and choose. See how conveyancing fees work.