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Purchasing a Marina Berth in the Whitsundays is an exciting prospect. Our team want to make this happen for you, as seamlessly as possible, so you can enjoy all The Whitsundays has to offer.
Investing in one of Australia’s most iconic boating destinations is a privilege. Its process is different to your regular land purchase, and we’re experts in marina berth acquisitions in the Whitsundays.
These transactions are complex due to their leasehold nature. With local expertise and knowledge of the Whitsunday region, our team are dedicated in providing our clients with a seamless process to ensure a stress-free transaction.
Leasehold matters are significantly different to freehold transactions. Unlike regular freehold transactions, when you sign a contract of sale relating to a Marina Berth, you’re essentially signing a ‘transfer’ of a sublease over the Marina Berth and all the rights which are attached to that specific Sublease. We are familiar with the consent requirements of each of our local Marinas. Call us today to talk about your marina berth.
Avoid the confusion, read our Marina Berth frequently asked questions here.
The Marina Berth purchase process can be long and confusing. We have created a roadmap for you to see what’s ahead.
Here is a list of commonly used terminology in Marina Berth & Leasehold transactions.
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The Marina Berth & Leasehold Roadmap
The Marina Berth purchase process can be long and confusing. We have created a roadmap for you to see what’s ahead.
Sublease – the sublease over the berth, under the terms and conditions usually attached to the contract.
Mortgagee – The lender in a mortgage.
Transfer – a document signed by the Land Title Office, recording the change of ownership of property.
Vendor – seller of the property.
Stamp Duty – tax paid on a property transaction.
Consent Fees – the fees and costs associated with obtaining the consent’s necessary to transfer the sublease.
Consent – Generally means the consent from:
Sunset date – the specific date set out in the contract which the Consents must be obtained by, or the contract may be terminated by either party.
Settlement date – usually takes place following a number of days of consents being obtained, or from a set date following contract execution (whichever later)
Headlease – the lease over the lot which the berth is situation, usually between the state of Queensland and the marina.
