MMMM, some interesting points of view here. I do very much appreciate, that the legislation is so very different between the states, however overriding that is that fact that we operate under the westminister system, and precedence plays a part. May I threw out the title "contractual owner". I believe that you will find, that being a "contractual owner" may in fact allow you to enter into negotiations, and offer some thing that you have a contract on, as long as your representations are clear. Think about JV's and off the plan sales .... items are being offered that are ..... contracted to appear. At the end of the day, talk to the selling agent about what the seller would be comfortable with, and then the PM. Sadly if the PM, does not have exerience with a "contractual sale letting" you may have to assist in the education. Congrats on what sounds like your first IP.