What is the Unique Property Identifier in each State and Territory
A land title is the official legal record of who owns a property. It also records mortgages, covenants, easements, and caveats that affect how land can be used. In Australia, all property dealings rely on accurate title information where a person is buying or selling or refinancing or resolving disputes. Without a current title search, […]
Common Issues Found on Property Titles (and What They Mean)
When you purchase or own property in Australia, the land title is the most important legal document. It confirms ownership and records any restrictions or interests affecting the land. But many property owners are surprised to discover that their title contains more than just their name. The following is a summary of the most common […]
Essential Checks Before Buying a Property in Victoria
Buying a property is one of the biggest financial decisions most Australians will ever make. While inspections and finance are important, there are also a number of legal and planning checks that should be carried out before you sign a contract. These checks give you peace of mind, protect you from costly surprises, and help […]
Why is a Land Title Important?
A land title is a formal document that clarifies ownership of the land and the entitlements that go with it. Land is the most important asset that most people will possess in their lifetime. Land is not a commodity that is available in unlimited supply, which means as the population grows, prices will inevitably rise. Consequently, owning […]
How Do I Get a Title Search on My Property?
Any parties that want to conduct a land title search can use our Australian online land title search service. Once the required service fee has been paid, users will receive a copy of the land title (also known as a Certificate of Title) that includes all available information pertaining to a parcel of land. How […]
What is a Title Search?
A property title search (also commonly referred to as a Certificate of Title) is a legal record that contains up-to-date information regarding the current owner/s of a property or block of land. This information is sourced from a state government land title department. What a Title Search Includes Full Names of Landowners A title search will show every […]
What is Involved in a Title Search?
It is important for any property owner or interested party to understand the significance of the title to a particular parcel of land. The certificate of title is an official land ownership record which notes the interests, rights and restrictions affecting the land. It is a document that is recorded, stored and issued by the […]
What is a Land Title?
Anyone purchasing property for the first time may understandably be unfamiliar with the different stages involved with purchasing land and the legal paperwork that needs to be completed. There are many different types of land titles in Australia, making it important for property owners to know what type of land title they need. What are Land […]
How Do I Get a Land Title Copy?
There are various reasons as to why a party involved in selling or purchasing a property will need to acquire a Certificate of Title, which is often more informally referred to as a land title copy. In this blog post, we explain what a Certificate of Title is, what information they provide and how one […]
What is a Caveat on a Property?
What is a Caveat? If you’re currently in the process of buying a property, should consider if you need to lodge a caveat with the Land Titles Office of the state your land is located in. Having a caveat on property you wish to buy in place can legally protect you and your interest in that property. […]