By Paul Wenham · Research-based general information, not professional advice
Choose conveyancing help for a new-build purchase
A newly built home raises questions about both the purchase contract and the evidence behind the finished property.
Start by explaining exactly what is being sold: a completed home, a lot awaiting registration, a house-and-land arrangement or a different structure. Ask the adviser to confirm which checks fit your transaction.
What to ask about the proposed service
| Topic | Question for the adviser |
|---|---|
| Transaction structure | Have you confirmed what I am buying and which contract or contracts apply? |
| Documents | Which documents will you review, and what will you request if something is missing? |
| Approvals and occupation | How will you advise on the documents supplied and any gaps? |
| Inspection findings | How should I raise an unresolved defect or access limitation before I commit? |
| Contract promises | How will inclusions, agreed work and handover obligations be checked? |
| Specialist help | Which questions require a certifier, inspector, planner or another specialist? |
Ask what “reviewed” means
Receiving a document is different from understanding its relevance. Ask for an explanation of the issues that could affect your purchase, the follow-up recommended and the decision you need to make.
Our new-build document guide separates contract paperwork, conditional requirements and further enquiries.
Bring your own priorities into the brief
If a study, outdoor area, accessibility feature or future change matters, name it. Ask what evidence can help check it and who should assess it.
A conveyancing engagement does not itself establish the quality or suitability of the building. Understand building and pest inspection scopes.