e t in s to
know about
sale and purchase
agreements
• A sale and purchase agreement is a legally binding contract between you
and the other party involved in buying or selling a property.
• You must sign a written sale and purchase agreement to buy or sell a
property.
• You need to read and understand the sale and purchase agreement before
you sign it.
• You should always get legal advice before you sign the agreement and
throughout the buying and selling process.
• You can negotiate the conditions in a sale and purchase agreement.
• A sale and purchase agreement becomes unconditional once all the
conditions are met.
• The real estate agent is working for the seller of the property but must
treat the buyer fairly.
• If your agent or anyone related to them wants to buy your property, they
must get your written consent to do this. They must also give you an
independent registered valuation of your property.