Worried you may receive a ‘PIGSTY’ on settlement? What are your contract rights?

Under a standard REIQ Contract for the sale of residential property, which is commonly used for real estate transactions in Queensland, the Seller must hand over the house and any chattels if they are expressly noted in the Contract. Having a solid understanding of your contract rights requires a thorough review and awareness of the stated conditions.

Clients are often surprised to learn that there is no contractual obligation on sellers to clean the house, maintain the gardens, or the property more generally. Most sellers do the right thing and leave the property in the condition they would expect themselves. However, if you are concerned about the level of cleanliness, junk stored in the shed or around the property, a tree which needs pruning or an overgrown garden, before you put in an offer, include a special condition in the Contract which puts an obligation on the seller – don’t just assume that these things will happen.

We also always recommend our clients conduct a pre-settlement inspection the day before or on the morning of settlement to check the condition of the property.

At Map Lawyers, we offer a free pre-signing contract review service – which allows you the opportunity to raise any concerns you may have about your contract rights and we will assist with the drafting of a special condition to protect against these matters becoming a headache down the track.

MAP Lawyers are a conveyancer firm with years of experience assisting customers with getting the outcomes they deserve. Our friendly professional team is ready to assist you with any conveyancing needs. Dial us on 1300 680 584 or get in touch with us online to learn more.

Updated 15/07/2022