North Shore Conveyancing

North Shore Conveyancing Boutique conveyancing based in Kallaroo, WA. Founded by Katelyn Sinclair, we offer real support for life’s biggest moves.

Combining modern digital tools with genuine human connection to guide buyers and sellers through property settlements across WA.

Happy Take Your Dog to Work Day! 🐶*Does it count when you work from home? Asking for a friend...*Meet Teddy, North Shore...
24/06/2026

Happy Take Your Dog to Work Day! 🐶

*Does it count when you work from home? Asking for a friend...*

Meet Teddy, North Shore Conveyancing's unofficial Chief Happiness Officer 💛

The first photo is actually his professional headshot from his previous corporate role (yes, really 😂), and the second takes me right back to one of my very first conveyancing jobs when he was just a tiny puppy keeping me company in the office. (And yes, those are the same dog - we were just as surprised at the change in colour when we picked him up from his first haircut)

These days, his responsibilities include...
🐾 Supervising settlements from the comfiest spot in the house
🐾 Barking at the postie
🐾 Providing emotional support during busy weeks

Although, if we're being honest, his contribution to file management remains questionable 😅

I'd love to see your workplace companions too! Share a photo of your pooch in the comments 👇

21/06/2026

A few years after buying our last home, I found myself making a title insurance claim 😳

The issue? Before settlement, the local council had inspected and approved the pool fencing. Unfortunately, it was later discovered that the fence had been measured incorrectly and didn't actually comply.

Thankfully, we had title insurance in place.

Now, every claim is different and subject to the insurer's terms, conditions and assessment process, but our experience really highlighted the value of title insurance as a risk management tool.

Because the thing is... Not every issue with a property is obvious at settlement. Some problems don't emerge until months or even years later (like in our case). This is exactly where title insurance can provide an extra layer of protection against certain risks that may not have been identified during the conveyancing process.

It's not mandatory. It's not right for everyone.
And it's certainly not a substitute for proper due diligence.

But after our experience, we took out another policy for the next property we purchased, and I expect we'll continue to do so for any future purchases. And these are the reasons why I continue to recommend it to all of my buyers.

If you're buying a property and wondering whether title insurance is worth considering, it's a conversation worth having with your conveyancer before settlement. Because it's the things you don't know that end up costing the most in the long run 💸

Getting the keys before settlement sounds pretty appealing, right? 🔑This arrangement is called 'prior possession', and w...
17/06/2026

Getting the keys before settlement sounds pretty appealing, right? 🔑

This arrangement is called 'prior possession', and while it can work in some circumstances, it's generally not something I ever recommend.

Here's why 👇

⚠️ Insurance can be incredibly difficult

This is my biggest concern. Prior possession creates a bit of a grey area because the buyer is living in a property they don't yet own, nor do they have a lease agreement to rent.

If you're considering prior possession as either a buyer or seller, please don't just assume your existing insurance will cover you. Pick up the phone and have a detailed conversation with your insurer about your specific circumstances.

🏡 The buyer accepts the property "as is"

Once prior possession commences, the buyer accepts the property in its current condition. If something stops working or if the property is damaged (even by natural causes) after possession is granted but before settlement occurs, it can quickly become a source of disagreement between the parties.

💰 Transfer (Stamp) duty will still be payable

This is the one that surprises most people. If a buyer takes possession before settlement and the contract later falls over for any reason, the buyer will still be liable for transfer duty, even though they never ultimately become the owner of the property.

For me, the risks of prior possession far outweigh the benefits (despite how this might not seem to be the case when you're faced with the seemingly impossible situation of a delayed settlement).

And it's definitely something that should only be entered into after getting proper legal, insurance and conveyancing advice. Generally, waiting a few extra days for settlement is by far the simpler (and safest) option.

Questions? Thoughts? Comments? I'd love to discuss below 👇

14/06/2026

"How long does settlement take?" 🤔

If you're buying or selling in WA, the settlement timeframe is agreed between the buyer and seller and is written directly into the contract. That could be 21 days, 30 days, 45 days, 90 days or even longer.

The "right" timeframe depends on a whole range of factors, including...
🏡 Whether the buyer needs finance approval
🏡 Whether someone is also buying or selling another property
🏡 Special conditions in the contract
🏡 The parties' preferred moving dates

One of the most common misconceptions I see is that 'settlement takes 30 days'. Sometimes it does. Sometimes it doesn't. That's why it's so important to make sure your settlement date actually works for your circumstances before you sign the contract.

Want to know what happens after your offer is accepted and what occurs during the settlement period?

I've broken it all down in this blog 👇
🔗 https://www.northshoreconvey.com.au/post/what-happens-after-an-offer-is-accepted-in-wa

And remember, if you're preparing to make an offer, I offer complimentary pre-contract reviews to help make sure the dates, conditions and timelines all make sense for your situation - send me a message to get the ball rolling on yours 📝

One of the things I hear most often from clients is that they felt informed throughout the entire process 💛Buying or sel...
10/06/2026

One of the things I hear most often from clients is that they felt informed throughout the entire process 💛

Buying or selling property can feel overwhelming, especially if it's your first time or it's been a while since you've been through a settlement. That's why I believe clear communication is just as (if not more) important as getting the paperwork right.

For Paul and his family, it was about having someone available to answer questions, explain things in plain English, and help make a stressful process moving across the country feel a whole lot easier.

Thank you for the lovely review and for trusting North Shore Conveyancing with your sale 🙏

Thinking about buying or selling?

You can now get a free, instant quote any time, day or night, through the North Shore Conveyancing website, with a full breakdown of fees and charges so there are no surprises.

💻 https://www.northshoreconvey.com.au/

And if you're ready to make an offer, don't forget that complimentary pre-contract reviews are always available too 🏡

07/06/2026

The broken outdoor setting. The mystery tins of paint. The bottle of used car oil you never got around to disposing of 🙃... No, no, no, no, no.

One of the biggest disappointments for buyers is arriving after settlement to discover the seller has left a collection of items behind for them to deal with.

As a general rule, if it's not specifically included in the contract, it should be removed before handover.

That includes...
👉 Rubbish
👉 Unwanted furniture
👉 Car parts and tyres
👉 Paint tins and chemicals
👉 Old tools and building materials

The property should be handed over in a clean and tidy condition, ready for the buyer to enjoy.

A little disclaimer on spare paint, tiles, etc. for the property. Whilst generally appreciated, it's good practice to check with the buyers (perhaps at their final inspection), if they'd like this left behind as they are within their rights to say no.

And of course, there are exceptions. Sometimes buyers are happy to keep certain items, but the key is that it should be agreed between the parties beforehand, not discovered on move-in day.

If you're selling, a good question to ask yourself is:
"Would I be happy if I bought a house and found this waiting for me?" 😅

Got questions about what stays and what goes? Ask away in the comments, or send me a DM 👇

"When do I get the keys?" 🔑 It's one of the most common questions buyers ask us, and the answer depends on whether the s...
03/06/2026

"When do I get the keys?" 🔑 It's one of the most common questions buyers ask us, and the answer depends on whether the seller is still living in the property.

🏡 If the property is vacant (or wasn't the seller's primary residence), the keys can usually be released by the real estate agent immediately after settlement.

🏡 If the seller is living in the property, they have until 12pm the day after settlement to vacate and hand over possession.

And importantly, that's a calendar day, not a business day. 📅 So if settlement occurs on a Friday, key handover is by 12pm Saturday.

Now, where things get interesting is when there's a chain of settlements.

Sometimes people sell one property and buy another on the same day. They need to be out of their old home by 12pm the day after settlement... but they also can't get into their new one until the seller there has vacated.

It can honestly feel like a giant game of property Tetris 😅

The good news is that in most cases, everyone works together to make it happen. Early communication, a little flexibility and some compromise usually go a long way. But yes... occasionally that means sitting outside your new home with a moving truck full of furniture, waiting for the call that the keys were ready (been there, done that - I feel your pain) 🫠

Got questions about key handover? Let me know in the comments, or shoot me a DM.

31/05/2026

One month to go until Anti-Money Laundering changes come into effect and change the timing of one very important part of the settlement process 👀

➡️ From 1 July, your ID checks will need to be completed much earlier (at the very start of the settlement process).

Under the new requirements, your conveyancer generally won’t be able to progress very far with your settlement until your identity has been verified, so when your conveyancer sends through an ID request, don’t leave it sitting in your inbox for a week or two 🙏

The good news? At North Shore Conveyancing, we’ve partnered with Easy AML, which means you can complete your ID check securely from your smartphone, anytime, day or night 📱

No waiting for an appointment.
No emailing sensitive ID documents around.

Plus...
🔒 Your data is securely stored in Australia
🔒 Nothing is saved to my local devices
🔒 The process is quick, secure and designed specifically for the WA property industry

It’s one of those small things that can make a big difference to keeping your settlement on track 🏠

Saving for your first home can feel a little bit like trying to hit a moving target lately with the way house prices hav...
24/05/2026

Saving for your first home can feel a little bit like trying to hit a moving target lately with the way house prices have been going... 🏡

But there *is* support out there for first home buyers in WA, and a lot of people don’t realise just how many different schemes and grants may be available depending on their situation.

In this carousel, I break down some of the main ones including...
🔑 The $10k First Home Owners Grant (FHOG)
🔑 Reduced or nil stamp duty through the FHOR
🔑 The First Home Guarantee Scheme
🔑 The First Home Super Saver Scheme
🔑 Keystart low deposit loans

And with the recent State Budget changes, some of the thresholds and eligibility criteria have shifted too 👀

The biggest thing I’d say to first home buyers? Don’t assume you won’t qualify for anything. Speak to a good broker early, ask questions, and understand what support may actually be available to you.

Buying your first home should be an incredibly exciting time in your life 🥂

And if you’re getting ready to make an offer, I also offer complimentary pre-contract reviews so you can fully understand what you’re signing before you commit 🙌

Got questions about any of these schemes? Comment below or send me a DM and I can share more info.

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