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HEFFERAN & CO SOLICITORS
Hefferan & Co is a legal firm trusted by property buyers and sellers, real estate agents, banks and finance brokers in Queensland since 1993. With two conveniently located offices in Brisbane’s south, we provide expert residential property conveyancing services backed by over 30 years of experience.
Whether you’re buying or selling property around Brisbane or anywhere in Queensland, you need a team of experienced conveyancers and conveyancing solicitors to oversee and handle all the legal requirements. Our attention to detail and transparent fixed-price conveyancing service ensures your property transaction progresses smoothly to settlement without delay.
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We pride ourselves on delivering the highest quality conveyancing services to our clients. Our expertise, attention to detail, and transparent fixed-price conveyancing ensures you will reach settlement on-time and without any stress.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property ownership from one entity to another. It includes reviewing contracts, conducting searches, managing conditions, coordinating settlement, and registering the transfer.
Conveyancer refers to a specialist staff member who handles the day-to-day conveyancing tasks within a law firm under a solicitor's supervision.
A conveyancing solicitor is a fully qualified property lawyer who can provide comprehensive legal advice, draft and interpret contracts, negotiate complex issues, and represent you if disputes arise. A conveyancer generally cannot give legal advice or represent you in legal matters. Conveyancing matters are typically solicitor-led in Queensland to ensure you receive proper legal protection.
Queensland property contracts are time-critical, and significant penalties may apply if you miss important deadlines. A conveyancing solicitor manages legal risks, negotiates issues on your behalf, and ensures all deadlines are met – protecting your interests throughout the property transaction.
Residential property buyers in Queensland have a 5-business-day cooling-off period from receiving the fully signed contract, ending at 5:00 pm on the fifth day. If you cancel during this period, a 0.25% termination fee (based on the purchase price) will be applied.
In Queensland, contract dates for finance approval, building inspections, and settlement are strict and legally binding. Missing a due date can give the other party the right to terminate the contract or claim you're in default.
E-conveyancing is the electronic preparation, signing, and lodgement of property documents through PEXA. Since 20 February 2023, most property transfers in Queensland must be lodged electronically unless an exemption applies.
No. Hefferan & Co coordinates electronic settlement with all parties including banks and financial institutions. You'll receive confirmation once settlement is completed.
The buyer typically pays stamp duty. Concessions may be available for first home buyers or when purchasing your principal place of residence. We will advise you on any concessions you may be eligible for.
Property searches reveal important information including encumbrances, outstanding rates and water charges, planning restrictions, body corporate records, and other issues that could affect your purchase. Searches help you make informed decisions and avoid costly surprises after settlement.
For units, townhouses, and apartments, this search reviews the body corporate's meeting minutes, levy payments, by-laws, financial statements, and any disputes. It's essential to understand your ongoing costs and obligations before you buy.
A Final Inspection Certificate is issued by a building certifier confirming that approved building work has passed its final inspection and complies with Queensland building regulations. This is particularly important for newly built or recently renovated properties.
Settlement adjustments are the pro-rata calculations that ensure both buyer and seller pay their fair share of council rates, water charges, and body corporate levies up to the settlement date. These adjustments are calculated and settled on the day of settlement.
An unconditional contract means all conditions (such as finance approval, building and pest inspections, or solicitor review) have been satisfied or waived. Once unconditional, both parties are legally committed to proceeding to settlement.
From 1 January 2025, buyers must withhold 15% of the purchase price for all property sales in Australia unless the seller provides a valid ATO GST Withholding Clearance Certificate. If you're an Australian resident seller, you should apply for your clearance certificate early and provide it to the buyer at or before settlement to avoid withholding.
From 1 August 2025, under the Property Law Act 2023 (Qld), sellers in Queensland must provide a prescribed Seller Disclosure package (including required documents and information) before the buyer signs the contract. This applies to houses, townhouses, units, commercial properties, and vacant land.
Yes. For contracts dated 1 May 2025 or later, eligible first home buyers purchasing a new home or vacant land to build their first home in Queensland can access a full transfer duty concession – meaning no stamp duty is payable, subject to Queensland Revenue Office eligibility requirements.
No – the full concession only applies to new homes or vacant land in Queensland. For established (existing) homes, Queensland's first home concession still applies under updated thresholds: generally no duty payable up to $700,000, with concessional rates applying up to $800,000, provided you meet QRO eligibility criteria. We'll confirm which concession applies to your specific situation based on your contract and settlement date.