State-by-State Property Sale Regulations

Australian Capital Territory (ACT)

Australian Capital Territory does not require a formal vendor disclosure statement before sale.

Cooling-Off Period

Buyers in Australian Capital Territory have a 5 business days cooling-off period for private sales. There is no cooling-off period for auction sales.

Energy Efficiency Rating (EER)

All properties for sale in the ACT must disclose their Energy Efficiency Rating. This is a star rating (0-10) that indicates the energy performance of the home. A-Part will prompt you to enter your EER and upload your EER certificate during the listing process.

Sale Authority

Because A-Part charges a flat listing fee with no sales commission, we do not require an exclusive agency agreement. You are free to sell your property any way you choose - through A-Part, privately, through another agent, or any combination. There is no lock-in period and no exclusivity clause.

Building & Pest Inspection

Building and pest inspections are Recommended in Australian Capital Territory. While not legally mandatory, providing a report builds buyer confidence and can speed up the sale process.

New South Wales (NSW)

Vendor Disclosure: Contract for Sale

In New South Wales, the vendor must prepare a Contract for Sale before marketing a property. It must include the title search, zoning certificate (Section 10.7), drainage diagram, and any other prescribed documents.

Cooling-Off Period

Buyers in New South Wales have a 5 business days cooling-off period for private sales. The buyer's solicitor may waive the cooling-off period by issuing a Section 66W certificate. There is no cooling-off period for auction sales.

Sale Authority

Because A-Part charges a flat listing fee with no sales commission, we do not require an exclusive agency agreement. You are free to sell your property any way you choose - through A-Part, privately, through another agent, or any combination. There is no lock-in period and no exclusivity clause.

Building & Pest Inspection

Building and pest inspections are Recommended in New South Wales. While not legally mandatory, providing a report builds buyer confidence and can speed up the sale process.

Northern Territory (NT)

Northern Territory does not require a formal vendor disclosure statement before sale.

Cooling-Off Period

Buyers in Northern Territory have a 4 business days cooling-off period for private sales. The cooling-off period may be waived by the buyer. There is no cooling-off period for auction sales.

Sale Authority

Because A-Part charges a flat listing fee with no sales commission, we do not require an exclusive agency agreement. You are free to sell your property any way you choose - through A-Part, privately, through another agent, or any combination. There is no lock-in period and no exclusivity clause.

Building & Pest Inspection

Building and pest inspections are Strongly recommended in Northern Territory. While not legally mandatory, providing a report builds buyer confidence and can speed up the sale process.

Queensland (QLD)

Vendor Disclosure: Form 24

In Queensland, the seller must provide a Seller Disclosure Statement (Form 24) to prospective buyers. This discloses known defects, neighbourhood issues, and property information. A Warning Statement (Form 30C) is also required.

Cooling-Off Period

Buyers in Queensland have a 5 business days cooling-off period for private sales. There is no cooling-off period for auction sales.

Pool Safety Certificate

If the property includes a swimming pool or spa, a valid pool safety certificate must be obtained before the property can be sold. A-Part will prompt you to upload your certificate during the listing process.

Sale Authority

Because A-Part charges a flat listing fee with no sales commission, we do not require an exclusive agency agreement. You are free to sell your property any way you choose - through A-Part, privately, through another agent, or any combination. There is no lock-in period and no exclusivity clause.

Building & Pest Inspection

Building and pest inspections are Strongly recommended in Queensland. While not legally mandatory, providing a report builds buyer confidence and can speed up the sale process.

South Australia (SA)

Vendor Disclosure: Form 1

In South Australia, the vendor must provide a Form 1 (Vendor Statement) before a contract is signed. It discloses information about the property including encumbrances, zoning, and outgoings.

Cooling-Off Period

Buyers in South Australia have a 2 business days cooling-off period for private sales. The cooling-off period may be waived by the buyer. There is no cooling-off period for auction sales.

Sale Authority

Because A-Part charges a flat listing fee with no sales commission, we do not require an exclusive agency agreement. You are free to sell your property any way you choose - through A-Part, privately, through another agent, or any combination. There is no lock-in period and no exclusivity clause.

Building & Pest Inspection

Building and pest inspections are Recommended in South Australia. While not legally mandatory, providing a report builds buyer confidence and can speed up the sale process.

Tasmania (TAS)

Vendor Disclosure: Vendor Disclosure

In Tasmania, the vendor must provide a Property Vendor Disclosure Statement before a contract is signed. This discloses known defects, encumbrances, and property information.

Tasmania has no statutory cooling-off period for property sales.

Sale Authority

Because A-Part charges a flat listing fee with no sales commission, we do not require an exclusive agency agreement. You are free to sell your property any way you choose - through A-Part, privately, through another agent, or any combination. There is no lock-in period and no exclusivity clause.

Building & Pest Inspection

Building and pest inspections are Recommended in Tasmania. While not legally mandatory, providing a report builds buyer confidence and can speed up the sale process.

Victoria (VIC)

Vendor Disclosure: Section 32

A Section 32 (Vendor Statement) is required by law before a buyer can sign a contract to purchase property in Victoria. It discloses important information about the property including title details, planning restrictions, outgoings, and building permits.

Cooling-Off Period

Buyers in Victoria have a 3 business days cooling-off period for private sales. There is no cooling-off period for auction sales.

Statement of Information

Under the Estate Agents Act 1980, a Statement of Information must be prepared for residential properties. This includes the indicative selling price, median price data for the suburb, and comparable sales. A-Part prepares this on your behalf.

Sale Authority

Because A-Part charges a flat listing fee with no sales commission, we do not require an exclusive agency agreement. You are free to sell your property any way you choose - through A-Part, privately, through another agent, or any combination. There is no lock-in period and no exclusivity clause.

Building & Pest Inspection

Building and pest inspections are Recommended in Victoria. While not legally mandatory, providing a report builds buyer confidence and can speed up the sale process.

Western Australia (WA)

Western Australia does not require a formal vendor disclosure statement before sale.

Western Australia has no statutory cooling-off period for property sales.

Sale Authority

Because A-Part charges a flat listing fee with no sales commission, we do not require an exclusive agency agreement. You are free to sell your property any way you choose - through A-Part, privately, through another agent, or any combination. There is no lock-in period and no exclusivity clause.

Building & Pest Inspection

Building and pest inspections are Recommended in Western Australia. While not legally mandatory, providing a report builds buyer confidence and can speed up the sale process.