Queensland Property: Avoid Costly Mistakes with Legal Advice
This video covers why rushed contract advice can be risky and what proper pre-contract legal advice should include. At East Legal, we provide clear, written advice with fast turnaround to help buyers across Queensland make informed decisions. If you need a second opinion, get in touch.
Buying property is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll make—and in Queensland, it comes with a legally binding contract that shouldn’t be rushed. At East Legal, we’ve been seeing more and more buyers come to us after being told to “just sign it.” And we want to talk about why that’s a risky move.
The Problem with Quick Contract Checks
Far too often, buyers are given the green light after a quick phone call or a verbal once-over of the contract. No real context, no written advice, and no proper engagement. On the surface, it might seem harmless—but this shortcut can end up costing you thousands.
Your property contract is a legal agreement. A one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work here. Every buyer has different goals, plans, and circumstances. Without tailored advice, it’s easy to miss key details or clauses that don’t actually align with what you’re trying to achieve.
A Real Example
Recently, a client came to us after getting rushed advice from another firm. They hadn’t even properly engaged the lawyer—the advice was simply, “Yep, looks fine, go ahead.” No context, no review of the buyer’s goals or position. Thankfully, the client had a gut feeling that something wasn’t right. They got in touch with us, and we were able to spot the risks and help them avoid a potentially serious issue.
This is a good reminder: if someone’s offering legal advice without knowing your situation, or without putting anything in writing, that’s a red flag.
What Good Pre-Contract Advice Should Look Like
At East Legal, we believe good pre-contract advice should be:
Clear – We walk you through the contract in plain English. No legal jargon, just what the clauses mean and what they mean for you.
Tailored – We look at the contract in the context of your goals and plans. It’s not just about the document, it’s about what you’re trying to achieve.
Written – We always provide written advice. That protects you and it protects us, creating a record of what was said and what was advised.
We work in property law every day, all across Queensland. It’s what we do, and we pride ourselves on offering fast, reliable advice with upfront communication around timelines and expectations.
The Bottom Line
If you’re about to sign a property contract—or if someone’s told you it’s fine to sign without a proper review—pause for a moment. Whether you’re working with us or another firm, make sure you’re getting proper, written legal advice from someone who understands your situation.
If you’d like to chat about how we can help or you want a second opinion, feel free to reach out. And if this has been helpful, you’re more than welcome to share it with your clients or colleagues.
Need advice before signing your next property contract?
Contact East Legal for clear, fast, written advice that puts your goals first.
📍 Based on the Gold Coast, supporting buyers across Queensland
📧 courtney.lambert@eastlegal.com.au
📞 0468 529 164