Conveyancing is the process of transferring ownership of a legal title of land (real estate property) from one person or entity to another. Conveyancing encompasses many dealings that require a qualified Conveyancer who will ensure that everything is completed legally and correctly. Often you will not come into contact with your conveyancer until after you have sold or agreed to purchase your property, however, we strongly recommend that you take the time to speak to us before you sign anything. This gives us the opportunity to explain to you some of the pitfalls a person may encounter and helps you with your sale or purchase. As we have combined experience of over 100 years studying and practicing real estate law our Licenced Registered Conveyancers are best suited to assist you in your transaction.
We are a long established practice in Whyalla and a member of the South Australian Institute of Conveyancers. We can assist you in all aspects of the conveyancing process, not limited to just Whyalla but anywhere in the state.
OUR STAFF
With three Registered Conveyancers, together with experienced conveyancing staff, we are always able to provide professional advice to any queries that you may have during all stages of your property transaction.
MEET THE TEAM
KERRY CARN - Registered Conveyancer
Kerry entered into a Conveyancing partnership with Heather Bird in July 1994 after 32 years experience with the State Government. The last 22 years in Stamp Duties were spent in the conveyancing area of the Stamp Duties Office where he reached the position of Senior Opinion Assessor. This involved giving the Commissioner’s opinion to Solicitors and Conveyancers on the more complicated areas of conveyancing. Kerry is also conversant in all aspects of deceased Estates and over the years he has dealt with numerous files relating to clients affected by the Mental Health Act and the Aged and Infirmed Persons Property Act. He has had to finalise many property settlements affected by the Supreme and Local Courts Awards. Life Interests are also an area in which Kerry has a large amount of experience. Since working for Public Trustee he is fully conversant in many areas concerning deceased estates. He is a Registered Conveyancer with qualifications in accounting and building development.
HEATHER BIRD - Registered Conveyancer
Heather Bird commenced trading as Whyalla Conveyancers in 1984 and employed one full time conveyancing clerk. In May 1992 Heather and her Business Associate Kerry Carn formed a new conveyancing business and incorporated the two branches. Since then the businesses have increased each consecutive year. She is also involved in Property Development and specialises in Land Divisions and Community Title Divisions as well as the more intricate and specialised property transfers. Her Professional and academic qualifications include: Registered Conveyancer Certificate in Accounting (1982) She has also Completed Certificate and Diploma Courses in: Taxation Law and Corporations Law, Local Government Act, General Building and Computer Programming. Heather specializes in Business Settlements and Land Divisions and is able to advise clients on all aspects in these matters.
MATTHEW CARN - Registered Conveyancer
Matthew has lived and worked overseas and is our newest Registered Conveyancer having completed his Advanced Diploma in 2012. Matthew now has over 15 years experience in Administration and Conveyancing and is always looking at ways to improve systems through technology and other modern advancements while providing clients with good old fashioned service. Matthew specialises in the preparation of Private Contracts and Form 1 documentation and possesses a high attention to detail and is always willing to go out of his way to ensure settlements are completed in a timely and efficient manner.
CATHERINE TAYLOR - Administration
Cathy recently joined our team in February 2018. Cathy has over 40 years experience in the Finance, real estate and housing industry, working as a Finance Mortgage Lender with HomeStart and then a Property Manager for Raine and Horne Real Estate. Cathy has completed a Certificate 4 in Finance and a Diploma in Mortgage Lending. She is exceptional in customer service and looks forward to helping you with your Property Conveyancing.
MINGYON BIRD - Conveyancing Clerk
Mingyon has worked in the conveyancing industry since 2004. Mingyon is always helpful and willing to assist clients in every way possible. After purchasing her first home some years ago, she now has a greater understanding of what clients are having to deal with and can relate to them and what they are going through. She is always happy to assist with any queries that you may have.
Always remember that your Conveyancer is your choice!
