Stamp Duty Proposal – What is it and what to expect
One of the biggest upfront costs for buying a property is stamp duty. Many first home buyers forget to include stamp duty in their initial budget. Meaning they either miss out on buying their dream property or get stuck with a bill that is way higher than expected. Stamp duty is a government tax on […]
A guide to Google marketing for small conveyancing firms
Many conveyancing firms face challenges when it comes to Google marketing and with the rise in digital marketing, the power has been placed back into the hands of the small firms, giving them the same opportunities as their bigger rivals. Google marketing may seem complex to those that aren’t familiar, but is generally a very […]
Conveyancing 101: All the Searches you need in a NSW Sale Matter
As a Conveyancer or Property Lawyer you would be familiar with all the due diligence required to prepare a contract. While every property will be different and require unique searches, so, here is a guide for all NSW Conveyancers of Searches that go into a NSW Sale matter. 1. VOI Verifying your client identity […]
Real Story: Taylah Allen, triSearch
Published as part of The Property Tribune Real Story feature series: Real Story: Taylah Allen, triSearch: Media Coverage: The Property Tribune As part of our ongoing series of interviewing practitioners across the property industry, we have spoken to Taylah Allen of conveyancer-tech startup triSearch. She started her career in sales, selling legal tech both in […]
5 things to remember before closing your firm for the holidays
December is already one of the busiest periods of the year, so organising your firm for the holidays usually becomes an afterthought. While the thought of just packing up and leaving for your holidays seems nice, we all know that there’s much more to an office closure than simply locking up and switching off. […]
Are digital signatures becoming the norm?
With lockdowns and social distancing taking place all over the globe, business operations have dramatically changed. From online meetings to digital signatures, the world is finding solutions to operate under the new norm. The use of technology is playing a crucial role in transforming traditional methods of doing business into modern, more efficient ways. One […]
6 entrepreneurial tips to help your conveyancing firm thrive
Having an entrepreneurial mindset may lead to being your own boss, create something new, and have the potential for uncapped earnings. However, as attractive as that may seem, being entrepreneurial comes with many challenges, with 60 per cent of start-ups failing within the first three years. As a business owner or aspiring entrepreneur, there are […]
4 habits of successful conveyancing professionals
With constant innovations in technology, a conveyancer’s role has shifted from what it was 10 years ago. This means that the habits of conveyancing professionals are crucial to their success in today’s world. Here are four habits every conveyancing professional needs to be successful. 1. Problem Solving Problem solving skills are crucial to both personal and work life. Refining and developing these skills through […]
Development Application (DA) reports: What are they?
A Development Application (DA) is a request to council to execute a proposed development. All new structures require a DA and they are commonly lodged by a Developer or Architect. A Development Application report gives you access to all the submitted applications within the council. By ordering this report, you can confidently educate your client […]
Conveyancing tips: 6 tools to improve client experience
