Buying a home

Buying a home is often the biggest financial decision you will ever make (especially in Sydney, where property prices can be astronomical). Making an offer and entering into a contract for sale without knowing your legal rights can have profound long-term consequences on your finances and your overall quality of life.

This information answers common questions about the process for buying a home in NSW and how your solicitor will guide you through each step, including:

• Buying at auction
• Buying a strata title property
• How the conveyancing process works

Find out more:

• Before you buy
• Once you have decided to buy
• Finalising your purchase

Get in touch with a solicitor

If you are thinking about buying a home, you should get in touch with your solicitor as soon as possible to let them know you are looking. They will help talk you through the process and will be able to give you great advice.
If you do not yet have a solicitor, do not worry. We have made it easy to find one near you through our online Find a Lawyer service.