Off the Plan Purchase

Buying off-the-plan in NSW? Our licensed conveyancers review your developer contract, protect your interests throughout the build, and manage settlement — with transparent pricing quoted upfront.

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Off-the-plan contracts are not standard contracts.They are prepared by the developer's lawyers and heavily favour the developer. Sunset clauses, variation rights and deposit conditions all require careful review before you sign. We recommend bringing your contract to us before you commit to anything.

WHY CHOOSE US

Why buyers choose My Property Kit for off-the-plan conveyancing.

Contract expertise
27+ years of NSW conveyancing — we know exactly what to look for in a developer's contract.
Sunset clause protection
We identify and advise on sunset clauses and variation rights — the two biggest risks in off-the-plan contracts.
Managed throughout
We monitor your matter throughout the build — not just at exchange and settlement.
Transparent pricing
Your quote is based on the complexity of the contract — given upfront, no surprises.

WHAT WE HANDLE

Off-the-plan conveyancing, start to finish.

Step 1
Contract review
We read every clause before you sign — flagging sunset clauses, variation rights, deposit conditions and anything worth negotiating.
Step 2
Exchange & deposit
We manage exchange and advise on how your deposit is held in trust for the duration of the build.
Step 3
During the build
We monitor key milestones, review developer variation notices and keep your lender informed throughout the construction period.
Step 4
Pre-settlement inspection
We advise on your inspection rights and what to check against the contract specifications before settlement.
Step 5
Settlement
Triggered when the Occupation Certificate is issued and the strata plan is registered. We manage every detail through PEXA.

  • A sunset clause sets a deadline by which the property must be completed. If the developer doesn't complete in time, either party may be able to rescind. In NSW, developers need Supreme Court approval or buyer consent to rescind — but the risk remains. We review every sunset clause before you sign.

  • Off-the-plan contracts typically allow the developer to make variations to the property, fixtures and finishes. Any reductions in land area should be capped in the contract. We identify and advise on all variation clauses before you sign.

  • Most loan approvals only last a few months. You'll need to keep your lender informed throughout the build and ensure finance is available when settlement is triggered. We help manage this — liaising with your lender as settlement approaches.

  • Settlement is triggered when the Occupation Certificate is issued and the strata plan is registered — typically 1–3 years after exchange. Our quote covers the entire period.

  • Your deposit (typically 10%) is held in a trust account or released to the developer depending on the contract terms. We advise on how your deposit is held and what protections apply before you sign.

  • Yes — NSW first home buyers purchasing off-the-plan may be eligible for stamp duty concessions and the $10,000 FHOG, subject to price thresholds. We advise on eligibility as part of your conveyancing.

  • Item descriptionThere is typically a 10 business day cooling-off period after exchange. After that, exiting is complex and may involve significant penalties. We explain your rights in full before you sign anything.

  • Yes — and ideally before you sign. Off-the-plan contracts are complex and prepared by developer's lawyers. A licensed NSW conveyancer protects your interests from contract review through to settlement, and throughout the build.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Off-the-plan conveyancing FAQs

Buying off-the-plan? Talk to us first.

Off-the-plan contracts are complex and the risks are real. Whether you've already found a development or you're still looking, we can review your contract, explain what you're signing and protect your interests from exchange through to settlement.

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