Found Your Dream Home?
Let’s Make It Yours with Confidence
At Neilson & Co Legal, we’re more than conveyancers—we’re your property law partners across Newcastle, Maitland, and the Hunter Valley. Whether buying, selling, or transferring property in NSW, our mission is to deliver peace of mind through expert, approachable legal solutions. Whether it’s your first home, an upgrade, or an investment, our dedicated conveyancing lawyers guide you from initial research to final settlement.
Finding a Property to Buy
Begin by identifying the property that fits your lifestyle and budget. Once you shortlist a few, we’ll advise on:
Pricing insights and market trends in Newcastle and Maitland
Scheduling property inspections and reviewing agent information
Building your offer strategy with legal clarity.
Due Diligence
Smart Decisions Start with the Right Checks
Purchasing property is a major investment. Our team ensures your due diligence process covers:
Building and pest inspections
Strata reports for apartments
Reviewing council and zoning regulations
We help spot risks early, protect your investment, and even leverage findings to negotiate better terms.
Building and Pest Inspections
A building and pest inspection reveals structural or pest-related concerns. We:
Coordinate independent inspection services
Review detailed reports with you
Help use inspection results in contract negotiations
For strata properties, we ensure comprehensive review of the building’s financial health and any potential special levies.
6 Steps to Buying a Property
We make property transactions smooth, reliable, and transparent.
Step 1
Find your property and complete our Buyer Form.
Start your journey with expert legal guidance.
Step 2
We review contracts and inspection reports, negotiate terms with the vendor, and keep your interests protected.
Step 3
Sign, pay the deposit, and exchange contracts quickly and securely.
Step 4
We prepare transfers, liaise with your bank, and handle all pre-settlement adjustments.
Step 5
On settlement day, we finalise all legal documents and transfer ownership into your name.
Step 6
Collect your keys—your new property is officially yours!
Contract Review
Before signing, we provide a clear, lawyer-reviewed breakdown of:
Purchase price and payment terms
Settlement dates and special conditions
Title issues like easements, covenants, or restrictions
We suggest amendments, ensure all your interests are protected, and handle negotiations with the vendor’s legal team.
Making an Offer
With all reports and contract checks completed, we help you confidently:
Make a private offer or prepare for auction
Understand deposit requirements and pre-approval needs
Secure legal advice on your best offer strategy.
Paying the Deposit
Deposits differ for private sales and auctions. We’ll guide you through payment methods, deadlines, and protecting your financial interests.
Cooling Off Period
Understand your rights:
Standard five business days for most private sales
We’ll advise when to waive this period and prepare a 66W certificate if required
Bidding at Auction
We equip you with everything you need:
Pre-auction legal readiness checklist
Contract review and finance finalisation
On-the-day deposit advice
Settlement
During settlement, Neilson & Co Legal handles the critical details:
Government and title searches
Preparing transfer and settlement documents
Coordinating with your lender and arranging funds
You’ll receive clear updates until the property is officially yours.
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How We Help
Reviewing the Contract
Before you sign, our lawyers ensure your contract is clear, fair, and risk-free.
The Essential Checks
We coordinate building, pest, and strata inspections, ensuring smart decisions.
Negotiating a Fair Deal
Our team helps negotiate everything from price to inclusions, protecting your rights.
We Fast-Track Your Matter
We understand property moves fast—our team works efficiently to keep your transaction on track.