Queensland
Wainwright Legal assists buyers, sellers and investors with conveyancing transactions across Queensland. Whether our clients are purchasing or selling in Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, regional towns or anywhere across the state, our team provides clear guidance and dependable legal support from start to finish. We take the time to understand your goals, anticipate the practical steps ahead, and ensure every stage of your matter is handled with care and precision.
Our team offers responsive, practical advice throughout the entire process, ensuring your property transaction is managed with accuracy, attention to detail and the level of professional insight every matter deserves. From reviewing the REIQ contract and special conditions, to coordinating searches, finance requirements and communication with agents and lenders, we focus on delivering a smooth and efficient experience while protecting your interests at every turn.
We keep you informed and confident at every stage, answering questions as they arise and guiding you through the process with clarity and steady communication. Our clients always feel informed about each step, with clear updates and explanations on how their transaction is progressing. With Wainwright Legal, your Queensland property matter receives consistent attention and thoughtful guidance, making your experience feel calm, organised and well supported.
Buying in QLD
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If you have a property you wish to make an offer on, kindly contact our office and we will guide you through the next steps. Once we receive the contract, our team completes a thorough review and provides written advice within 1 business day, including any recommended amendments to request from the vendor before you proceed to exchange.
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We explain how QLD contracts of sale work, including your 5‑business‑day cooling‑off period, your ability to terminate during this time with a 0.25% deposit forfeiture, and how these rights affect your ability to negotiate or withdraw as a prospective purchaser.
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We clarify how finance and pest and building conditions operate in Queensland, including the timeframes you nominate when making your offer. If you terminate under either condition, it is entirely at your discretion. The inspection or finance approval only needs to be unsatisfactory in your opinion, and you are entitled to a full refund of your deposit. You do not need to provide the vendor with a copy of the report.
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When purchasing property in Queensland, you may be required to pay transfer duty, commonly referred to as stamp duty. The amount payable depends on several factors including the value of the property, whether you intend to live in the property and whether you are eligible for a concession.
Queensland has different duty treatments depending on how the property will be used:
First Home Concession Rate
Eligible first home buyers purchasing an established home may be entitled to a first home concession, which can reduce the amount of transfer duty payable. Different concessions are also available for eligible first home buyers purchasing a new home or vacant land.Owner-Occupier / Home Concession Rate
If you are purchasing a property to use as your principal place of residence you may be eligible for the home concession, which can apply even if you have previously owned property and reduces the amount of transfer duty otherwise payable.Investment / General Transfer Duty Rate
If the property will not be used as your principal place of residence, such as where it is being purchased as an investment property, the general transfer duty rates will generally apply rather than the home concession rates.To estimate the transfer (stamp) duty that may apply to your Queensland property purchase, you can use the official Queensland Revenue Office Transfer Duty Estimator:
Transfer duty estimator - Queensland Revenue Office
The calculator provides an estimate only as the actual duty payable will depend on your individual transaction and eligibility for any concessions or exemptions.
We will walk you through when stamp duty is due, which duty is applicable for your personal circumstances and how to prepare for payment.
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Following exchange of contracts, we manage your matter through to settlement by liaising with your lender, reviewing settlement figures, coordinating with the vendor’s solicitor and keeping communication flowing so everything progresses smoothly to completion.
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When purchasing property in QLD, the following approximate third-party fees will apply:
Title Search: $51.74
PEXA fee: $146.30
Land Tax Clearance Certificate: $108.10
QLD Plan Image: $61.78
Council & Water Rates Search: $450.00
Dealings (each): $73.26
Body Corporate Certificate: $166.06
Mandatory Verification of Identity Fee: $45.00 for individuals
Office Sundries & File Retention Fee: $70.00
All of the above fees are estimates only to assist you with a preliminary understanding of the associated costs in running your matter. The actual fees incurred could be more or less than the above items.
Selling in QLD
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In Queensland, your agent typically prepares the contract, and we assist you with preparing your Form 2 Disclosure Statement. We maintain steady communication with your agent, so they have what they need to market the property, respond to enquiries, and progress negotiations smoothly. If you have a property you wish to sell, kindly contact our office and we will guide you through the next steps.
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We explain how QLD contracts of sale work, including the purchasers 5‑business‑day cooling‑off period, their ability to terminate during this time with a 0.25% deposit forfeiture, and how these rights affect your ability to negotiate the sale.
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We clarify how finance and pest and building conditions operate in Queensland, including the timeframes nominated by the purchaser when making their offer. If the purchaser terminates under either condition, it is entirely at their discretion. The inspection or finance approval only needs to be unsatisfactory in their opinion, and they are entitled to a full refund of their deposit.
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After exchange, we maintain momentum by liaising with your lender about their discharge process and coordinating with the other side so your sale stays on track through to completion.
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When selling property in QLD, the following approximate third-party fees will apply:
Title Search: $51.74
PEXA fee: $146.30
QLD Plan Image: $61.78
Mandatory Verification of Identity Fee: $45.00 for individuals
Office Sundries & File Retention Fee: $70.00
All of the above fees are estimates only to assist you with a preliminary understanding of the associated costs in running your matter. The actual fees incurred could be more or less than the above items.