Who are the different parties involved in purchasing property?
Purchasing a property is a thrilling yet nerve-wracking experience, which is why it can be handy to surround yourself with a network of support and expertise. Here are the different parties who may be involved in your home buying process and how you can use this valuable knowledge base to answer your questions.
Real Estate Agent
Unless you’re working with a private vendor, meeting a real estate agent is inevitable when it comes to purchasing a property. Hired by the vendor, or seller, their role is to market and communicate about the property, advise on preparing it for sale and negotiate with potential buyers.
Insurance Companies
Risk management is vital in such a high-value purchase and long-term financial commitment. Insurance, including mortgage protection and property insurance, will help you avoid being hit with a major financial burden should anything not go according to plan. The bspoke finance team can recommend an insurance broker if you don’t already have one.
Lawyer or Conveyancer
The legal aspect of a property purchase is taken care of by a licensed and qualified conveyancer. If they are a solicitor, they can also provide legal advice. Their role is to prepare all of the documents to ensure that transfer of ownership of the property has met the legal requirements in your state or territory.
Valuer
Knowing the value of a property is a vital factor in a loan application, so a valuer can play a huge role in the home buying process. A lender will often engage an impartial valuer to ensure that the buyer and the lender will know what loan amount may be warranted. The value is based on the property and location, as well as the current market.
Pest and Building Inspectors
Without the services of pest and building inspectors, a homebuyer’s worst nightmare – finding out the property they have bought requires costly renovations or pest treatment – may come true. Organising a pre-purchase inspection is essential. If the property requires structural or repair work, these inspections can stop you from making a costly mistake or, if the property is still your dream home but just needs a little work, can provide a valuable bargaining chip.
Lenders
If you need money to make your purchase, you will need a lender, whether it’s a major bank, a second-tier or non-major, or a specialist lender for more difficult funding proposals.
Finance Broker
Brokers act as a liaison between you and the lender. It’s our job to ask the right questions, so we can understand your financial situation and your property goals, and search for and negotiate a loan product that matches your needs. Not only will we do the legwork and ensure your loan is processed as smoothly as possible, but we are here to guide you through the entire process.
