LMC Lawyers
4/33-35 Stockton St
NELSON BAY NSW 2315
(02) 4044 0556
Conveyancing Client Questionnaire
Thank you so much for contacting our law office. Please read the privacy policy below, and then fill out this form in its entirety prior to our consultation.
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All information received from a client is strictly confidential. Our firm takes every step possible to protect your privacy. The data submitted via this form is encrypted and secured using industry-standard 256-bit SSL encryption.
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HOW CAN WE HELP YOU?
Thank you for choosing LMC Lawyers.
To help us get started, please complete this questionnaire as accurately as possible. The information you provide will help us prepare your matter, identify any important issues early and minimise the need for follow-up requests.
If you're unsure about any question, simply answer to the best of your knowledge and we can discuss it with you later.
What type of conveyancing matter do you require assistance with?
Purchasing a Property
Selling a Property
Selling and Purchasing
YOUR DETAILS
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Is anyone else involved in this transaction with you?
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Additional Client
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First Name:
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Last Name:
Date of Birth:
Mobile Number:
Email Address:
Residential Address:
Occupation:
IDENTIFICATION
Have you already completed a Verification of Identity (VOI)?
Yes
No
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RESIDENCY INFORMATION
To help us determine whether any additional approvals, duties or requirements may apply, please tell us about your residency status.
Are all clients Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents?
Yes
No
Foreign Ownership Information
Complete this section only if you answered No above.
Do any purchasers hold a temporary visa?
Yes
No
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Do any purchasers primarily live overseas?
Yes
No
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Do any purchasers hold citizenship in another country?
Yes
No
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Have you already obtained approval from the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB)?
Yes
FIRB Approval Number:
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PURCHASE SECTION
Complete this section only if you are Purchasing a Property or Selling and Purchasing.
Property Being Purchased
What is the address of the property you are purchasing?
What is the purchase price?
What is the deposit amount?
Real Estate Agent Details (Purchase)
Agency Name:
Agent Name:
Phone Number:
Email Address:
Has the contract been exchanged?
Yes
Exchange Date (DD/MM/YYYY):
Settlement Date (DD/MM/YYYY):
Cooling Off Expiry Date (DD/MM/YYYY):
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Finance Information
How do you intend to fund the purchase?
Home Loan / Mortgage
Lender Name:
Broker Name:
Broker Contact Details:
Approval Status:
Finance Due Date (DD/MM/YYYY):
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Cash Purchase
Combination of Savings and Finance
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Finance Due Date (DD/MM/YYYY):
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Not Yet Finalised
What is the current status of your finance?
Approved
Conditionally Approved
Pre-Approved
Application Submitted
Not Yet Applied
Ownership of the Property
How would you like ownership of the property recorded?
One Owner Only
Joint Owners (Joint Tenants)
Joint Owners (Tenants in Common)
Percentage Ownership for each purchaser:
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First Home Buyer Information
If any purchaser is buying their first property, please also answer the remaining questions in this section.
Are any purchasers buying their first property?
Yes
No
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Do you intend to live in the property after settlement?
Yes
No
Will this property be your principal place of residence?
Yes
No
Have you previously received any First Home Buyer benefits or concessions?
Yes
No
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Would you like us to assess whether you may be eligible for any NSW first home buyer concessions or exemptions?
Yes
No
Purchaser Information
What will the property be used for?
My Home
Investment Property
Holiday Home
Vacant Land
Business / Commercial Use
Where are the purchase funds coming from? (Select all that apply)
Savings
Sale of Another Property
Gift From Family
Inheritance
Home Loan
Business Income
Other
If Other, please provide details:
Who is purchasing the property?
Individual(s)
As Trustee of a Trust
Entity Name:
ABN:
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SMSF
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ABN:
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SALE SECTION
Complete this section only if you are Selling a Property or Selling and Purchasing.
Property Being Sold
What is the address of the property you are selling?
What is the sale price?
Real Estate Agent Details (Sale)
Agency Name:
Agent Name:
Phone Number:
Email Address:
Has the contract been exchanged?
Yes
Exchange Date (DD/MM/YYYY):
Settlement Date (DD/MM/YYYY):
Deposit Holder:
No
Not Sure
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Home Loan Information
Is there currently a mortgage or home loan secured against the property?
Yes
Lender Name:
Loan Number:
Approximate Loan Balance:
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Property Occupancy
Is anyone currently living in the property?
Owner Occupied
Tenant Occupied
Managing Agent:
Agency Name:
Lease Expiry (DD/MM/YYYY):
Weekly Rent:
Bond Amount:
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Vacant
Other
Property Information
Is the property:
Established Residential Property
New Residential Property
Commercial Property
Mixed Use Property
Vacant Land
Are you registered for GST?
Yes
ABN:
Accountant Details:
No
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Are any registered owners foreign residents for Australian tax purposes, or are you unsure of their tax residency status?
No
Yes
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Does the property have a swimming pool or spa?
Yes
No
If yes, do you have a Pool Compliance Certificate?
Yes
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Is there anything we should know about the property?
Yes
Please provide details:
No
If yes, select any that apply:
Building issues
Boundary disputes
Easements
Council notices
Unapproved structures
Neighbour disputes
Water ingress or defects
FOREIGN RESIDENT CAPITAL GAINS WITHHOLDING (FRCGW)
Complete this section only if you are Selling a Property or Selling and Purchasing.
Vendor Tax Information
Tax File Number (Vendor 1):
Tax File Number (Vendor 2, if applicable):
Have you lodged all required personal income tax returns for the previous two financial years?
Yes
No
Please provide details:
One Year Only
Please provide details:
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Please provide details:
Authority to Obtain Information:
I authorise LMC Lawyers to make enquiries and obtain information from government authorities, financial institutions, real estate agents, strata managers, mortgagees and other relevant parties where reasonably necessary to progress or complete my conveyancing matter.
ATO Clearance Certificate Authority:
I authorise LMC Lawyers to apply for an ATO Clearance Certificate on my behalf if required.
I understand that delays in obtaining a Clearance Certificate may delay settlement.
I understand that where a Clearance Certificate is not available at settlement, legislation may require part of the sale proceeds to be withheld and remitted to the Australian Taxation Office.
SALE PROCEEDS
Complete this section only if you are Selling a Property or Selling and Purchasing.
Where would you like your sale proceeds deposited?
Bank Name:
Account Name:
BSB:
Account Number:
Will any sale proceeds be used to purchase another property?
Yes
No
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LINKED SALE AND PURCHASE
Complete this section only if you are Selling and Purchasing.
Are your sale and purchase transactions connected?
Yes
No
Do both settlements need to occur on the same day?
Yes
No
Is there anything important we should know about settlement arrangements?
PREFERRED COMMUNICATION
How would you prefer us to contact you?
Email
Phone
Who should we contact if there are multiple clients?
Client 1
Client 2
Either Client
COSTS & ENGAGEMENT
Fixed Fee Conveyancing Service
We offer a fixed fee conveyancing service for standard conveyancing matters, giving you certainty about your legal costs from the outset.
Professional Fees
Fixed Fee: $3,500.00 (inclusive of GST)
Additional Costs
The fixed fee applies to standard residential conveyancing matters.
Additional fees may apply where a matter involves trusts, companies, SMSFs, deceased estates, foreign ownership requirements, FIRB applications, off-the-plan transactions, commercial properties, urgent settlements or other circumstances requiring substantial additional work.
If additional fees become necessary, we will discuss these with you before undertaking any additional work.
Disbursements
In addition to our legal fees, third-party costs and disbursements may apply, including search fees, verification of identity fees, PEXA fees, government charges and other transaction-related expenses.
Disbursements will vary depending on the nature of your matter.
Client Acknowledgement:
I acknowledge that LMC Lawyers charges a fixed fee of $3,500.00 (inclusive of GST) for a standard conveyancing matter.
I understand that disbursements and third-party charges are payable in addition to the fixed fee.
I understand that additional fees may apply if my matter involves issues outside a standard conveyancing transaction.
I understand that LMC Lawyers will discuss any additional fees with me before they are incurred.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please read the following carefully.
Please confirm the following:
I understand that completing this questionnaire does not mean LMC Lawyers has agreed to act for me.
I understand that LMC Lawyers must first complete any required conflict checks before accepting my matter and may provide additional engagement documentation if required.
I understand that information provided in this questionnaire may be relied upon when preparing documents and providing legal advice.
I understand that identity verification requirements apply to conveyancing matters and additional identification documents may be requested.
I understand that my matter may be completed electronically through PEXA or another approved electronic settlement platform.
I consent to receiving communications and documents electronically.
I understand that eligibility for grants, concessions, exemptions and government assistance programs depends upon my individual circumstances and the information I provide.
I acknowledge that additional information or supporting documentation may be required before settlement.
I consent to LMC Lawyers collecting, storing and using my information for the purpose of providing legal services.
I consent to LMC Lawyers providing information where reasonably required to banks, brokers, government authorities, PEXA, real estate agents and other parties involved in the transaction.
PURCHASER DECLARATION
Complete this section only if you are Purchasing or Selling and Purchasing.
Purchaser Declaration:
I confirm that the information I have provided regarding residency, first home buyer status, source of funds and intended use of the property is true and correct.
I understand that additional approvals, duties, taxes or charges may apply depending on my circumstances.
VENDOR DECLARATION
Complete this section only if you are Selling or Selling and Purchasing.
Vendor Declaration:
I confirm that the Tax File Number(s) provided in this questionnaire are correct.
I confirm that the Tax File Number(s), tax residency information and tax return lodgement information provided in this questionnaire are true and correct.
I confirm that the information I have provided about the property is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.
I have disclosed any known information that may affect the property or the transaction.
I agree to notify LMC Lawyers if any information changes before settlement.
FINAL DECLARATION
Final Declaration:
I confirm that the information I have provided is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
I understand that LMC Lawyers may rely on this information when assisting me with my conveyancing matter.
Electronic Signature (type your full name):
Date:
THANK YOU
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