Hi All,
I have purchased a property in QLD which is due to settle on Tuesday (Monday is a public holiday in QLD). Currently the selling agent is different to the managing agent. I would like to perform a pre settlement inspection however earlier this week the selling agent tells me he never had a key. When he required access, he just contacted the tenant who provided access.
I have also contacted the current PM who advised me that the keys they have to not work at the property and that the only person who has a key is the tenant. They advised that I cannot gain access until the key is returned to the PM's office.
The tenant has vacated but thier lease does not end till the 11th and hence legally they do not have to return the key to the PM until this date.
I beleive as part of the contract, I am entitled to a pre settlement inspection. Also, I beleive that the keys need to be handed over at settlement. Can anyone confirm?
Ive spoken to my solicitor who has requested to delay settlement until after the keys can be provided. Can anyone advise what is the best cause of action here? Where do I stand legally if the vendors solicitor refuses to delay settlement?
Any input appreciated.
Thanks in advance.
I have purchased a property in QLD which is due to settle on Tuesday (Monday is a public holiday in QLD). Currently the selling agent is different to the managing agent. I would like to perform a pre settlement inspection however earlier this week the selling agent tells me he never had a key. When he required access, he just contacted the tenant who provided access.
I have also contacted the current PM who advised me that the keys they have to not work at the property and that the only person who has a key is the tenant. They advised that I cannot gain access until the key is returned to the PM's office.
The tenant has vacated but thier lease does not end till the 11th and hence legally they do not have to return the key to the PM until this date.
I beleive as part of the contract, I am entitled to a pre settlement inspection. Also, I beleive that the keys need to be handed over at settlement. Can anyone confirm?
Ive spoken to my solicitor who has requested to delay settlement until after the keys can be provided. Can anyone advise what is the best cause of action here? Where do I stand legally if the vendors solicitor refuses to delay settlement?
Any input appreciated.
Thanks in advance.