Buying and selling property

What you need to know about buying and selling a home. Calculate your buying costs such as transfer (stamp) duty, and if you are eligible for first home buyers assistance.

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Buying residential property in NSW

This is a guide for people who are buying residential property in NSW. It provides information about managing your money, deciding what type of property to buy and how much you can afford to pay.

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Selling a property

Fair Trading has information on selling a property including understanding the sales process, choosing an agent, agency agreements and laws about underquoting.

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Home buyer grants and assistance schemes

Whether you're buying your first home or you're a single parent, older single or key worker, you may be eligible for NSW Government programs that make it easier to buy your own home.