South Australia
Wainwright Legal assists buyers, sellers and investors with conveyancing transactions across South Australia. Whether our clients are purchasing or selling in Adelaide, surrounding suburbs, regional centres 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 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 Form 1 disclosures and contract 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 straightforward updates and explanations on how their transaction is moving forward. With Wainwright Legal, your South Australian property matter receives consistent attention and thoughtful guidance, making your experience feel calm, organised and well supported.
Buying in SA
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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 South Australia’s 2‑business day cooling off period operates from the issue of the Form 1. If you choose to terminate during this period, you may withdraw without needing to provide a reason.
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We clarify how finance, building and pest conditions work in South Australia, including the need to nominate your required timeframes when making the offer. If you terminate under either condition, it is entirely at your discretion. The finance approval or inspection simply needs to be unsatisfactory in your opinion, and you are entitled to a full refund of your deposit.
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When purchasing residential property in South Australia, stamp duty may be payable on the transaction. The amount payable will depend on the value and type of property being purchased and whether you qualify for any available stamp duty relief. You can estimate the stamp duty payable using the official RevenueSA Stamp Duty Calculator:
Calculate stamp duty | RevenueSA
RevenueSA's calculator can assist in estimating the duty payable and, where applicable, certain stamp duty relief or surcharges. The amount ultimately payable will depend on your individual transaction and eligibility.
We walk you through when stamp duty is due, how to prepare for payment, and whether any concessions may apply to your purchase.
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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 SA, the following approximate third-party fees will apply:
Title Search: $78.02
PEXA fee: $140.58
SA Water special meter reading: $44.80
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 SA
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In South Australia, your agent typically prepares the contract, and we assist you with preparing your Form 1 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 South Australia’s 2‑business day cooling off period operates from the issue of the Form 1. If the purchaser chooses to terminate during this period, they may withdraw without needing to provide a reason.
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We clarify how finance, building and pest conditions work in South Australia. If the purchaser terminates under either condition, it is entirely at their discretion. The finance approval or inspection simply 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 SA, the following approximate third-party fees will apply:
Title Search: $37.55
PEXA fee: $146.30
Council Rates Search: $194.25
Water Charges Search: $30.37
Section 184 Strata Certificate: $171.14
Office of State Revenue Stamping Fee: $13.79
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.