Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to complete conveyancing transactions and ensure that all matters relating to the transaction are completed. It encompasses arranging and attending settlement, determining contingency strategies for settlements where contractual obligations remain unfulfilled, completing transactions and implementing post-transaction procedures, as appropriate. This unit may apply to job roles subject to licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements so Commonwealth, State or Territory requirements should be confirmed with the relevant body. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
The unit has application to job roles involving conveyancing transactions in real estate, business or personal assets. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Arrange and attend settlement (if required) |
1.1. All parties to the transaction are identified and all relevant actions are taken to ensure that they are ready to complete the transaction 1.2. Transaction requirements are fulfilled accurately and completely 1.3. Information relevant to preparation of settlement statements is identified and collated, and statements are prepared and reconciled 1.4. Funds pertaining to the completion of the transaction are identified and relevant parties advised 1.5. Funds required for the completion of the transaction are received within the required timeframe 1.6. Documents are stamped correctly in accordance with legislative, regulatory and the practice's requirements |
2. Determine contingency strategies for settlements where contractual obligations remain unfulfilled |
2.1. Unfulfilled contractual obligations are identified and possible contingencies are assessed 2.2. A range of contingency strategies and options are identified and evaluated and articulated to the client 2.3. Appropriate strategies and options are determined in consultation with client and in accordance with practice policy and procedures and with legislative, regulatory and professional requirements |
3. Complete transaction |
3.1. Transaction arrangements are confirmed with all relevant parties , and conditions for the finalisation of the transaction, including compliance with special conditions, are met 3.2. Final searches and inspections are arranged and performed where required 3.3. Transaction documents are examined for accuracy and completion 3.4. Transaction is completed with all relevant parties 3.5. Stamped documents are lodged for registration |
4. Implement post-transaction procedures, as appropriate |
4.1. All relevant parties, including rating and other authorities are advised of transaction completion 4.2. Outstanding payments are made 4.3. Outstanding matters are monitored and concluded promptly 4.4. Registration change on title is confirmed, if applicable 4.5. Documents are returned to client and third parties 4.6. Funds are received and disbursed as authorised 4.7. Invoices are prepared and despatched to clients and other parties 4.8. Financial, business and client records are updated 4.9. File is closed and archived according to legislative, regulatory and practice requirements |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples, in combination, are appropriate for this unit:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Transactions may include: |
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Transactions to be finalised include, but are not limited to, the application of laws concerning the following: |
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Information requirements include, but are not limited to: |
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Documentation may include: |
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Stamped correctly should allow consideration of the following: |
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Contingency strategies may include: |
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Practice policy and procedures may include: |
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Relevant parties may include: |
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Funds , fees , deductions and disbursements include, but are not limited to: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Conveyancing |
Competency field
Competency field |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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