Land Title Search Victoria

Purchasing a home in Victoria? Looking to undertake a development? On the hunt for an investment property? Wouldn’t it be nice to skip to the end of the process where keys are handed over and the property is now yours.

The problem is, without carrying out your due diligence first, is the property really yours? There's no way of knowing the answer without first conducting a land title search, which contains all the necessary information to identify the legality and ownership of any piece of land or property. It is, in fact, the most essential document for property stakeholders.

Here’s why getting your hands on land title data in Victoria is a crucial step in the buying process.

Why you need a Title Search in Vic

Melton, Brooklyn, Geelong, Alpine, Ballarat… There are so many home and investment opportunities calling your name in Victoria, and all that stands between you and ownership is a land title search.

Here are some of the details to look at when you do a land title search in Vic:

Ownership: Ensure you’re purchasing the property or land from the authorised and registered owner.


Encumbrances: Check if any restrictions have been put in place by council, land zoning, etc., that could stop you from developing the land as planned.


Easement: This restricts the use of land you’re purchasing, such as where you can place water pipes.


Caveats: This is whether another party holds a claim on the land or property, such as a mortgage or other loan. Check whether it can be removed on purchase (for example, the mortgage).

In Vic, a Register Search Statement (Title) includes:

Land description
Registered proprietor
Encumbrances, caveats and notices
Diagram location
Activity in the last 125 days
Administrative notices

You can search by:

Address
Council Number
Crown Description
Lot/ Plan
SPI
Volume/ Folio

How to access a Vic land title

Documents can be purchased on Landchecker in two ways; directly on the Map or through the Document Searches page.

Purchasing a Title on the Map

1. Search for a property on the Map using the search bar located at the top left corner of the Map

2. Select the Documents tab next to the Information panel on the right hand side of the Map

3. Select the tickbox next to the Register Search Statement (Title) and select Add selected items to shopping cart

4. Select your shopping cart icon in the navigation bar

5. Select View Cart or Purchase

6. Click Go To Checkout

6. Once you are happy with your selection for Delivery method and Payment method, click Buy

Purchasing a Title on the Document Searches page

1. Click on Document Searches in the navigation bar

2. Click on Title Search

3. Select State - VIC. Then select Next

4. Select the property identifier you wish to Search By, then select Search. Property Identifiers include;

Address

Council Number

Crown Description

Lot/Plan

SPI

Volume/Folio

5. Enter the Job Reference if applicable.

6. Select the tickbox next to the Register Search Statement (Title) and select Add selected items to shopping cart

7. Select your shopping cart icon in the navigation bar

8. Select View Cart or Purchase

9. Click Go To Checkout

10. Once you are happy with your selection for Delivery method and Payment method, click Buy

Purchasing a Title on the Document Searches page, under Standard Searches

1. Click on Standard Searches tab in the Document Searches page navigation bar

2. Select State - VIC. Then select Next

3. Enter the Job Reference if applicable

4. Select Register Search Statement (Title) to expand the dropdown

5. Enter the Volume/Folio into the textbox (e.g. 10705/692)

6. Select +Add to Cart

7. Select your shopping cart icon in the navigation bar

8. Select View Cart or Purchase

9. Click Go To Checkout

10. Once you are happy with your selection for Delivery method and Payment method, click Buy

Got a few properties or lands you want to check out? Landchecker also offers bulk title and document orders. Reach out to our friendly team to discuss your requirements. Simply supply a list of addresses you require titles for to get started.

With the land title search when you finally get those keys in your hands, you will know without a doubt that you own the property or land.

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