Review your property contract before you sign
Buying a property is exciting.
Signing a contract you don't fully understand isn't.
Before you commit to purchasing a property, let an experienced WA settlement agent review your Offer & Acceptance at no cost. I'll sit down with you and explain the important parts of your contract in plain English, identify anything that deserves a closer look, and make sure you understand exactly what you're agreeing to before you sign.
Regardless of whether you're buying your first home or your fifth, a second set of experienced eyes can give you confidence that you're making an informed decision.
Why have your contract reviewed?
Once a contract is signed, you're legally bound by its terms.
A pre-contract review helps you understand:
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What conditions are included (and just as importantly, what isn't)
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The timeframes you'll need to meet
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Potential risks or unusual clauses
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Whether any additional special conditions should be considered based on your particular needs or circumstances
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What happens if something doesn't go according to plan.
The goal of a precontractual review isn't to scare you out of buying a property. It's to make sure you know exactly what you're signing.
What we'll review
As part of your complimentary pre-contract review, we'll go through your residential Offer & Acceptance section by section and explain:
Finance clause
Deposit requirements
Joint tenancy vs tenants in common
Structural & Timber Pest Inspection conditions
Special conditions
Settlement date
Included and excluded fixtures and chattels
Gas, electrical and plumbing working order clause
Questions your should ask or additional documents you should request prior to signing
Common issues we help buyers avoid
Every week we see contracts where buyers have unknowingly agreed to things they didn't fully understand. Some of the more common issues include:
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assuming maintenance items found during a building inspection can be used to renegotiate
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misunderstanding exactly what the building inspection clause covers
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overlooking fixtures or appliances they thought were included
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agreeing to settlement dates that don't align with finance or moving plans
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signing contracts with special conditions they haven't properly considered.
A quick review before signing can prevent surprises later.
Why choose North Shore Conveyancing
When you work with North Shore Conveyancing, you're dealing directly with an experienced licensed settlement agent from start to finish.
You'll receive:
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clear, practical advice in plain English
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honest answers to your questions
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fast turnaround (usually the same business day, and always within two business days)
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unlimited contract reviews while you're searching for the right property (subject to fair use)
Frequently asked questions
Is the contract review really free?
Yes. There is no charge for reviewing eligible residential Offer & Acceptance contracts.
What contracts do you review?
We review residential Offer & Acceptance contracts throughout Western Australia, including off-the-plan purchases. We don't currently review commercial property contracts or auction contracts.
How long does it take?
Most reviews are completed the same business day. During particularly busy periods, please allow up to two business days. If your signing deadline is sooner, let us know and we'll do our best to accommodate you.
What happens after the review?
The contract review takes place either via telephone or Teams, where we'll explain anything you should be aware of and answer your questions. The decision whether to proceed remains entirely yours.
We acknowledge the Nyoongar Whadjuk people as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live.
We recognise their continued connection with the land, water and community.
We pay our respects to Elders past and present.