Conveyancing

The quick version Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property ownership in NSW. It involves contract preparation and review, property searches, coordinating with banks and agents, and managing settlement through the PEXA digital platform. In Sydney, a conveyancing lawyer or licensed conveyancer handles this on your behalf. Professional fees typically range from $1,000 to […]

Buying or selling a property involves more than signing contracts and exchanging keys. One issue that often causes confusion is what happens to the deposit — specifically, whether it can be released before settlement. While early access to funds may sound convenient, it carries legal requirements, financial implications and potential risks that both buyers and […]

Blog overview: What conveyancing involves and why it matters in any property transaction. How much conveyancing typically costs in NSW in 2025, and what affects the price. What to look for in a quality conveyancing service (and what Gavel & Page includes as standard). Every property deal needs conveyancing, but understanding what it should actually […]

If the legal side of selling in NSW feels like a mystery, rest assured you’re not the only seller with questions. Most sellers have questions. About paperwork, about timing, and about what could go wrong. Maybe you’ve heard mixed advice from friends, or you’re just trying to figure out where to start. And that’s why […]

  Buying a home is exciting, but it’s also one of the biggest financial commitments you’ll ever make. Beyond the open homes and loan approvals, there’s a lot of legal work happening behind the scenes, from reviewing the contract of sale to making sure the property is free of hidden issues. That’s where conveyancing comes […]

We have been long term supporters of Youth Off the Streets and the ongoing work they do for our young Australians and the difference they make in their lives. Gavel & Page Lawyers have proudly organised two previous charity events for Youth Off the Streets, which were very well received and where close to $100,000 […]

So you are in the market to buy a new property?  It can be both an exciting and yet daunting prospect, particularly given the many things you will need to consider throughout the process.   What is conveyancing and what is involved? Put simply, conveyancing is the transfer of ownership of property from one person […]

An often asked question and frequently a major consideration for most people when selling their property is: how much is it all going to cost. The reality is that the answer to that question is: it depends. It depends on which service provider you use, what is required as part of the process and how […]

Costs are a significant consideration in most things that we do.  Why pay more if you don’t have to?  That motivation is fair enough. When it comes to conveyancing, that is generally one of the main factors that influence a person’s decision as to whether to engage a solicitor or a conveyancer. After all, a […]