It is both exciting and stressful to be buying or selling real estate. Real estate is, for most people their most expensive asset, so whether it is your first home you are buying or selling or a subsequent one, this is a really significant transaction you are undertaking.
All property related documents must be lodged with the Titles Queensland and lodging those documents incurs a fee that adds to the cost of purchasing or selling a property. It is vital that when you present to have your documents witnessed prior to lodgement you have the right supporting documents with you.
Whomever witnesses your property document has obligations under law. If you request your documents to be witnessed without having the right ID or supporting documents they may have to decline to witness your document. You will need to bring proof of identity and proof of entitlement to sign along with your documents without them the witness may refuse to sign your paperwork which could add to the stress of this transaction.