Documents To have in possession after property settlement

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  1. AussieInvestor

    AussieInvestor Member

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    Hello Experts,

    I am very new to property market and recently have bought a property. Land and house deal. Land settlement is just done few days ago.
    What I want to ask here is what documents will I have in my possession after settlement that proves that I am the new owner of the land.
    Also when the house is built and house settlement is done what kind of documents I should be asking to the solicitor/builder.

    I know I can do a title search independently after settlement. Is there a big list of documents I should be specifically looking at?

    Right now the only document I have with me is a digital copy of signed contract for both land and house.

    Any pointers are very much appreciated!
     
  2. Scott No Mates

    Scott No Mates Well-Known Member

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    Passport and airline ticket so you can skip the country quickly.

    On settlement (or maybe a couple of days after), you'll have a letter from your solicitor.

    On handover from the builder, probably a handover manual with all of the warranties & instruction manuals etc.
     
  3. AussieInvestor

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    Thanks Scott. Why do I need a airline ticket? Can you please explain in more detail?

    I do have a letter from Solicitor but all it tells me is the monies I have paid.
     
  4. Terry_w

    Terry_w Lawyer, Tax Adviser and Mortgage broker in Sydney Business Member

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    Do a title search - if you are the legal owner your name should be on title once it is registered.
     
  5. AussieInvestor

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    Thank you Terry
     
  6. Scott No Mates

    Scott No Mates Well-Known Member

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    Just in case you want to so a Runner o_O
     
  7. AussieInvestor

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    No thanks.