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What is a Deposit Bond?
Also known as deposit guarantees, a deposit bond (usually up to 10% of the purchase price) is used in lieu of the cash deposit required between signing the contract of sale and settlement. Think of them as a form of IOU for the deposit amount, ensuring the seller you...
8 Things to Arrange Before You Move Out of your Home
The sale is going ahead, your residential settlement through C&R Settlements is locked in, so now it’s time to think about the practicalities of moving house. For anyone who has moved house before, you know how stressful it can be. It’s considered one of the most...
6 Things Every New Home Buyer Must Do
There can be unexpected costs when buying a home, so it’s important to be as prepared as possible. The process can be daunting even for experienced buyers, so when it’s your first time buying a property it’s normal to feel a little overwhelmed. The process is often...
How Long Should My Property Settlement Take?
Understanding The Settlement Process Before setting expectations about the length of your property settlement process, it’s important to understand the ins and outs of the process itself. Property settlement can be defined as the legal process that transfers property...
Difference Between A Property Conveyancer and Property Lawyer
When buying or selling a house (or land) in Perth, you should engage professional help at the pointy end of settlement. This is called conveyancing, and it’s an essential part of ensuring Title transfer happens according to the letter of the law and no detail is...
The Costs The You Need To Know When Buying A House
Thinking about purchasing a property? Getting into Perth’s property market is already expensive, especially for first home buyers. Most people understand the importance of budgeting their costs, but there are a lot more expenses often overlooked that can greatly weigh...
Why You Need A Settlement Agent When Buying Property in Perth
You’ve found your dream home. Perhaps it’s a brand-new development or a house with perfect potential for a renovation. You’re excited to move in already, do you really need a settlement agent? The answer is of course, YES! Whether you are a first-time home buyer, or a...
10 Ways to Live Sustainably and Increase Your Home’s Value
It’s now easier, and more important than ever, to incorporate meaningful, valuable, useful sustainable practices into all aspects of our lives. And not only does this choice of being environmentally conscious ensure a more prosperous future but can also save you money...
The Digital Age: C&R Settlements Leading the Way in e-Conveyancing
Digital innovation is transforming most industries in Australia. In particular, the conveyancing landscape went through a lot of changes throughout 2018. And now, as of the 1st of December 2018, all new eligible, stand-alone transfers, caveats and withdrawal of...
What is Stewart Title and Why Do You Need It?
Title Insurance can be used as a risk management tool in the conveyancing transaction. Many of our clients have benefited from Stewart Title Insurance. It is something that we strongly suggest and recommend to everyone. When buying a property there are many inherent...
Warning – Are your emails safe ?
A recent scam commonly known as a ‘Man in the Middle” has successfully had funds deposited into their account during a property settlement. This happens when the scammer is able to successfully intercept an email and details of future financial transactions can be...