Making Buying a Breeze

Taking a few smart steps can make buying a home smoother and more enjoyable and help you feel confident you’re making the right choice. 

Here’s how to get started:

1. Sort Your Finances First
   Chat with your financier or Finance Consultant to find the best loan for your needs. Getting pre-qualified means you’re ready to act when you find the perfect place.
2. Pick Your Ideal Suburbs
   List a few areas that match your lifestyle, budget, and space needs. A little planning here goes a long way.
3. Do Your Research
   Check out recent sales in those areas, attend open homes, and get a feel for local prices so you’re well-informed.
4. Team Up with Us
   Build a relationship with one of our area specialists. Your RealWay Sales Consultant can provide insider info and set up alerts for new listings that meet your criteria.
5. Get Legal Eyes on It
   When you’ve found ‘the one,’ ask your agent to send the Contract of Sale to your solicitor or conveyancer for review.
6. Ready to Make an Offer?
   Please inform your RealWay Sales Consultant as soon as possible. We’ll guide you through the offer process and ensure your success.
7. Schedule a Building Inspection
   Your solicitor or agent can arrange this. It’s crucial to understand any major defects before you move forward.
8. Review the Reports
   With your solicitor’s guidance and inspection results, you’re set to make an informed decision.
9. Sign & Secure the Deal
   Once negotiations are done, you’ll sign the sale contract and pay a 10% deposit. This is held in trust until settlement, with conditions cleared and clauses met.
10. Final Walkthrough
    Do a last check of the property one day before settlement to ensure it’s in the same condition as when you last saw it.

For more guidance, see the Property Smart Guide to Buying and Selling Property in Queensland on the Queensland Office of Fair Trading Website.