What does a contract of sale include in Victoria?

The contract of sale is the legally binding document that records your agreement with the buyer and sets key property sale terms. In Victoria, it includes:

• Property details and legal ownership information.
• Price, settlement date, deposit requirements.
• Any inclusions/exclusions (fixtures, appliances, furniture).
• Special conditions (subject to finance, building inspection, etc.).
• Vendor and buyer details.

Key notes:

• The contract always references the Section 32 Vendor Statement (disclosure of zoning, title, rates, etc).
• Both seller and buyer must sign. Contract goes to your conveyancer/solicitor for review.

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