Can CPC Lawyers do my Conveyancing and Form 1’s?

Yes, Lawyers can most definitely prepare Form 1’s and assist with your Conveyancing.

A Form 1 is a legally required document to be provided by the Vendor to the Purchaser. The Form 1 includes information about the Property being sold from Government and Council sources, such as zoning information and past development approvals.

How much does a Form 1 cost?

We have a set professional fee to prepare the Form 1 and the cost of the required Government and Council Searches vary depending on whether the property is Torrens Title or Community/Strata. Please contact us for further information on pricing.

Are there any laws applicable to Form 1's?

Yes, a Form1 is required under the Land and Business (Sale and Conveyancing) Act 1994 (South Australia). Additionally, as the Form 1 document enables the Purchaser’s cooling-off it is a requirement to be prepared accurately as any errors may result in a defective Form 1 which can potentially open up the risk for the Purchaser to terminate the Contract.

How long is a Form 1 valid for South Australia?

The general rule of thumb is 3 months as this is how long the searches are deemed valid for, however, this time may be extended on a case-by-case basis as long as the Vendor is confident that the responses to the Form 1 have not changed. It is required for a Form 1 to be updated in the event a new Financial Year has started and the property is yet to be sold.

Can you supply Form 1's outside of South Australia?

We do not have jurisdiction to prepare Form 1’s for properties outside of South Australia. However, Form 1’s for South Australian properties can be served on Purchasers who are interstate.

What is included in a Form 1?

A Form 1 consists of specific information drawn from Government, Council and Community/Strata (if applicable) searches. A copy of these searches is then normally included in the Form 1.

What happens if I don't complete the Form 1?

If you refuse to provide the Purchaser with a Form 1 at settlement you will be in breach of the Land and Business (Sale and Conveyancing) Act 1994, and the Purchaser of your property will not be able to complete the settlement.

Have another question?

Please feel free to call us on 08 7325 0219 or send us an email! settlements@cpclawyers.com.au.

Form 1 request

To ensure you have your Form 1 in as soon as possible, complete our easy request form here:

For Real Estate Agents:

The Agent has or will provide to CPC Lawyers sufficient information for the preparation of the Form 1, together with a copy of the Vendor Questionnaire completed and signed by the Vendor.

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For Vendors:

This document MUST be fully completed and signed by the Vendor in order for the Form 1 documentation to be completed and served on a prospective Purchaser. Please note that it is a legal requirement and any incorrect or undisclosed information may invalidate the contract and make you liable for the same.

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The Form 1 document is a required document which outlines details concerning the property, specifically any encumbrances or anomalies that may interfere with the property's ownership, such as leases, mortgages, restrictive covenants, easements and more. Any Vendor selling or transferring their property to a third party is required to provide a Form 1 to the Purchaser.

Please note that the Form 1 is a document which is prepared for you by us based on information provided in the Government, Council and Strata/Community Searches provided, as well as information collected from you via the above link. We rely on this information to prepare the Form 1 and any incorrect, misleading, or undisclosed information provided to us may result in a defective Form 1 and potentially terminated Contract. We accept no liability for any errors in the Form 1 due to incorrect, misleading or undisclosed information relied upon by us.

Frequently asked questions

Clear, timely Form 1's and conveyancing support to keep your South Australian property transaction on track.

If selling through an Agent, your Agent will advise you when they recommend a Form 1 be ready and prepared. This may be prior to listing up until there is a signed Contract on the Property, it is different case-by-case. If you are privately selling, we recommend engaging a Conveyancer to prepare the Form 1 (and required Contract) once terms have been agreed upon such as a Purchase Price and Settlement Date.

Accurate, fast Form 1 preparation when it matters most

Getting your Form 1 sorted doesn’t need to be complicated.

Simply submit your request online and our team will take care of the rest, keeping you and your agent updated at every step, ensuring everything is accurate, compliant, and ready when you need it.

Form 1 Request: Agents

Form 1 Request: Vendors

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