Do I need a contract of sale before listing?

PropertyNow does not require you to upload a contract of sale before you complete or pay for your listing. You can build your listing now and choose to send it live later.

However, you are responsible for having any documents your state or territory requires before the property is advertised.

• NSW and ACT (residential property): a contract of sale needs to be prepared before a residential property is advertised for sale. It's a routine step rather than a hurdle. Your solicitor or conveyancer prepares it, and if you'd like it handled for you, add contract preparation at checkout or later from Listing Enhancements and our conveyancing partner takes it from there. The rule covers homes and vacant residential land up to 2.5 hectares; commercial, rural and larger holdings have their own requirements, so a quick word with your solicitor before you advertise is the best way to be sure.
• South Australia: the relevant disclosure document is the Form 1 vendor's statement — not a section 32. Your conveyancer or solicitor can prepare it and advise when it must be provided.
• Other states and territories: requirements and timing vary, so confirm the process with your conveyancer or solicitor.

If your contract or disclosure documents aren't ready yet, that won't stop you setting up or paying for your PropertyNow listing. Simply choose to hold the listing until you're ready to advertise.

Please speak with your conveyancer or solicitor if you're unsure what is required for your property.

Updated on: 04/10/2026