If you're buying or selling real estate, contact your nearest local independent real estate agent www.ausnetrealestate.com.au
First Home Owner Grant
If you're buying your first home, you may be eligible for the First Home Owners Grant. For more information visit www.firsthome.gov.au or www.dtf.wa.gov.au
Australian Institute of Conveyancers WA Division Inc
Conveyancing fees are regulated in Australia - visit www.aicwa.com for more information on buying, selling and the associated fees
Assistance with Stamp Duty
If you're buying your first home, you may be eligible for a reduced rate of stamp duty. Call the Office of State Revenue on 1300 363 211 or visit www.dtf.wa.gov.au and click on Office of State Revenue, Stamp Duty for more information.
Certificate of Title
The Department of Land Information has more about these. Visit www.dli.wa.gov.au and go to Products & Services>Titles>Land Ownership Information>Certificate of Title
Pool Safety
Visit www.spasawa.com.au or call the Swimming Pool and Spa Association of WA on 9361 1344
Banking and Financial Services Ombudsman
Free, Independent and Informal. A dispute resolution service dealing with disputes that individuals and small business have with their financial service providers - www.bfso.org.au
Finance Brokers' Supervisory Board
Tips and advice for consumers who are contemplating a mortgage investment through the agency of a finance broker. www.financebrokers.wa.gov.au
Department of Land Information
For information about Strata Titles, click here or call the DLI Strata Titles Advisory Service on 9273 7044
Department of Consumer and Employment Protection
Provides advice and information about buying or building and publishes many free brochures including "Homebuyers Survival Guide for WA" and "Contracts - Information You Need To Know". Telephone their Consumer Protection Advice Line for your free copy on 1300 30 40 54 or go to their website www.docep.wa.gov.au.
Real Estate and Business Agents Supervisory Board
REBA regulates the people who conduct real estate transactions (real estate agents). Visit www.reba.wa.gov.au or phone 9282 0836 for more information
Settlement Agents Supervisory Board
Provides education and advisory services to consumers about the requirements of settlement legislation and industry practice. www.sasb.wa.gov.au
