Property settlements, from start to finish
We handle residential, commercial, and complex property settlements for clients across Western Australia, managing the process from contract to completion.
Buying a home, with someone in your corner.
Whether it’s your first home or your fifth, buying property can feel overwhelming. We handle the settlement process from start to finish, keeping you informed at every stage
We’ll help you with everything that sits between the contract and settlement day. You'll get regular, plain-English updates so you always know where things stand, and a real person on the other end of the phone whenever you need one.
Review your contract and explain your obligations
Search and verify the property ownership
Check for easements, restrictions, and other encumbrances
Calculate and lodge transfer duty
Guide you through ATO and GST requirements where applicable
Complete council, water, and land tax enquiries
Work with your lender to arrange settlement funds
Liaise with agents and other parties involved
Track key dates and keep everything on schedule
Prepare documents and guide you through signing
Verify all settlement figures
Transfer funds and title electronically through PEXA
Confirm registration with Landgate
Communicate with your agent so you can arrange to collect the keys
Selling a property, with someone in your corner.
Selling is often tied to something bigger. A move, a milestone, a change in circumstances. Whatever's driving it, you need the settlement handled properly so you can focus on what's next.
We’ll help you with everything that sits between the contract and settlement day. You'll get regular, plain-English updates so you always know where things stand, and a real person on the other end of the phone whenever you need one.
Review your contract and explain what it means
Keep track of important dates and deadlines
Let you know when action is needed
Complete council, water, and land tax enquiries
Calculate adjustments so you only pay up to settlement day
Advise ATO Clearance certificate requirements
Verification of identity and Right to Deal requirements
Work with your bank to discharge your mortgage
Prepare all settlement documents
Guide you through signing and verification requirements
Verify all figures before settlement
Complete the electronic transfer through PEXA
Ensure funds are cleared and available in your account
From offer to keys, we handle the whole process.
Commercial settlements bring more searches, more parties, and more at stake. They reward experience, and we've spent 35 years building it.
We handle the extra requirements, explain anything that affects your settlement, and keep the process moving smoothly from contract to settlement day.
Offices, shops, warehouses, and factories
Vacant land and development projects
Industrial and commercial properties
Subdivision applications
Survey strata plans
Strata title properties
Investment properties and portfolios
Commercial settlements often have a few more moving parts than residential transactions, such as leases, GST requirements, and additional property searches.
When property changes hands for reasons other than a sale.
We handle the extra requirements, explain anything that affects your settlement, and keep the process moving smoothly from contract to settlement day.
Title transfers (non-sale)
When property changes hands without a purchase. This covers things like gifting a property to a family member, or transferring equity from one owner to another.
Family transfers
Transfers between spouses, partners, or relatives. WA law treats these as related-party transactions, so specific requirements apply. We handle them regularly and we'll explain exactly what's needed.
Separation and divorce transfers
When property is transferred as part of a relationship breakdown. We handle these with care and discretion, working in line with any court orders or legal agreements already in place.
Family Court order transfers
When a property transfer is required by a Family Court order following separation proceedings. We make sure the transfer is completed exactly as the order sets out.
Adding or removing a person from title
When ownership of a property needs to change to reflect new circumstances. That might mean adding a partner to the title, or removing someone who no longer has an interest.
Transfers to trusts or companies
When a property is moved into a different legal structure, such as a family trust or a company. Related-party rules apply here too, and we'll advise on what's required.
Deceased estate transfers
When a property needs to be transferred after the death of an owner. This is often a difficult time for a family, so we handle it with care and guide the executor or beneficiary through each step.
Transmission applications
The formal legal process of transferring a deceased person's interest in a property to the surviving owner or the estate. We prepare and lodge the application on your behalf.
Survivorship applications
When one joint tenant passes away, the property passes to the surviving owner. We handle the application to Landgate so the title correctly reflects the change.
Change of name on title
After a name change through marriage, divorce, or any other legal reason, your title can be updated to match. It's a straightforward process and we'll handle it efficiently for you.
Private sales (no agent)
When a property is sold directly between buyer and seller without a real estate agent. We can prepare the Contract of Sale and manage the full settlement, which we strongly recommend in a private sale.
Land subdivision title applications
When land is subdivided into separate lots, each new lot needs its own title. We manage the application process with Landgate so your new titles are issued correctly and on time
Not sure if your situation is on this list?
Get in touch anyway. With 35 years of experience across all types of property transfers, we can advise on the right path forward — even if your situation is unusual or complicated.
The majority of Settlements in WA happen electronically through PEXA – the secure national platform used for most property settlements in Australia. Your funds are protected by PEXA’s Guarantee.
Have questions about settlement?
Here are answers to common questions about our settlement services and process. Need more help? Reach out to our team for personalized guidance on your case.
They're essentially the same. "Settlement agent" is the licensed title under the Settlement Agents Act, while "conveyancer" is the term used more widely across Australia.
For most residential and commercial settlements in WA, no. A licensed settlement agent has everything required to manage your transaction from contract to completion. If something in your situation calls for legal advice beyond that, we'll tell you early.
You may be wondering why we need to ask for additional identification and information. These checks are not unique to MGM Settlements and are not a reflection on you personally. They are part of new legal obligations applying across the property and settlement industry.
From 1 July 2026, settlement agents will have additional obligations under Australia's Anti Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) laws. This means we may need to collect and verify certain information before we can progress parts of your property transaction.
These requirements are designed to help protect you and the wider property system from fraud, money laundering and other financial crime. We appreciate that providing additional information can feel like an extra step, but our team will guide you through the process and let you know exactly what is required.
We take care of the legal and administrative process of transferring your property from the seller to the buyer. From reviewing the contract and managing searches, enquiries and contract conditions to liaising with banks, real estate agents and other parties, we handle every step of the settlement process. We ensure compliance with government regulations, providing guidance and steps along the way. We also ensure the transfer of ownership and settlement funds are completed securely and accurately, while explaining everything clearly before you sign, so that you can move forward with confidence.
Yes. We manage commercial settlements across WA, including offices, factories, shops, industrial property, investment portfolios, and subdivisions, with the same thorough approach we bring to a family home.
We also handle transfers that don't involve buying or selling: family transfers, deceased estates, transmission and survivorship applications, and changes of name on title. Some of these involve WA's related-party rules, and we'll explain what applies to you.
No, we work with clients from all over Australia, not just Perth.
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