Queensland Residential Conveyancing Fees
Our lawyers offer customised, high-quality residential conveyancing services in Queensland
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Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make. At Ryder Lawyers, we understand how important it is to get it right — from contract to settlement. That’s why we offer a premium residential conveyancing service led entirely by experienced lawyers.
At Ryder Lawyers, you’re not just another number. Our boutique approach means your matter is personally managed by our two skilled and approachable lawyers, who bring years of experience in Queensland property law to every file.
Whether you’re buying your first home, upgrading, downsizing, or selling an investment property, we’re here to make the process smooth, stress-free, and legally sound — with no hidden costs or shortcuts.
Why Choose Ryder Lawyers for Your Conveyancing?
Here’s what sets us apart:
✅ Matters managed by qualified lawyers — no handoffs to juniors or off-site processors.
✅ Personalised advice tailored to your goals and risks.
✅ Direct access to your legal team – call or email us directly, no call centres.
✅ Fast, thorough contract reviews so you can sign with confidence.
✅ Clear, upfront pricing – no surprises at settlement.
✅ Convenient online and phone service – helping clients across Queensland.
We handle it all - from Pre-Contract Review to Settlement
Review of sale or purchase contract before signing
Liaising with real estate agents and banks
Searches and due diligence
Extensions, special conditions, and negotiations
First Home Buyer and transfer duty guidance
Settlement coordination and document lodgement
Whether you’re in Brisbane, Logan, the Gold Coast or regional Queensland, we’ll guide you every step of the way with clarity, confidence, and care.
Transparent Pricing
Our pricing is straightforward and competitive, reflecting the quality legal service you’re receiving. A detailed estimate of our conveyancing fees is available below.
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Initial Consultation and Pre-Contract Review (strongly recommended) Receiving unsigned Contract of Sale, phone consultation with solicitor to complete a questionnaire, letter of advice to you, initial searches and discussion regarding next steps and drafting of special conditions. |
Between $880 and $1,320 (inclusive of GST) plus search costs of between $50 and $250 |
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Standard Conveyancing Process From the time the Contract is signed through to settlement. Includes requesting extensions of time, negotiation of building and pest price reductions, assessing transfer duty, property searches and due diligence reporting (additional fees apply for customised due diligence reporting), liaising with your bank and attending to settlement of the matter. Also includes using our trust account to process your funds. Incoming Telegraphic transfer bank charge $10 |
$1,760 (inclusive of GST) |
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If a complex matter arises during your transaction If a complex matter arises with the other party, your bank or the agent during the transaction and you require additional legal work (outside of the standard conveyancing steps) to be performed by our solicitors, their relevant hourly rates for work are: Carolyn Ryder Legal Practitioner Director $500 Brenna Simpson Solicitor $330
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Searches At cost as charged by our search provider |
Allow as an estimate between $800 and $1,500 for a property purchase |
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PEXA Platform Fees (for a transfer) |
$137.39 |
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Titles Queensland Land Title Fees
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Transfer Duty
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https://qro.qld.gov.au/duties/transfer-duty/calculate/transfer-duty-estimator/ |
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Online VOI and PEXA Authority per individual |
$24.99 |
If you engage the team at Ryder Lawyers to act for you, we will give you a detailed breakdown of all government charges payable by you.
