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Family transfers

Family transfers

With more than 40 years of experience and the backing of a full-service law firm, we’ve seen (and solved) it all.

When it comes to property transfers within the family, we’ve invested decades into creating a settlement process that’s watertight, streamlined, and backed by an experienced law firm.

Don’t compromise on quality. Our clients choose Flat Rate Settlements for a comprehensive, trustworthy, and efficient property transaction experience.

our services

How our settlement lawyers can help you

Practical advice and solutions.

Survivorship / Transmission application

$795 per application

On the death of a family member, we can help you transfer the property to the surviving owners, or to the Executor.

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Transfer to beneficiaries

from $2200 per property

For property in a deceased estate, we will help you transfer ownership to the beneficiaries.

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Transfers between family members

from $2200

We can help you transfer the legal ownership of real estate between family members – including adding your spouse on the title and gifts of real estate.

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Why people choose Flat Rate Settlements

Premium support from a legal team that knows its stuff.

01.

Human-first service

We care about your experience – not just the paperwork. Real humans (lawyers, actually). Real help. Real knowledge.

02.

Clear pricing, smart value

Full legal oversight for a transparent, fixed fee. We don’t do cheap – in price or in service.

03.

Proud disruptors

We led the shift to fixed-rate conveyancing in WA. Others followed, but we’re still leading on service, quality and results.

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Tools and tips to keep your Perth property settlement on track

From contract to completion, we’re with you every step.
We’ve created a library of helpful downloads to give you peace of mind (and fewer to-dos).

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We charge a clear, fixed settlement fee with no surprises. Entrust your most valuable asset with a law firm who isn’t the cheapest, proudly.

Process

Know what to expect, every step of the way. We’ve broken the process down into simple steps – no fluff, just clarity.

The Purchase Settlement ProcessPDF, 820 KB

The Sale Settlement ProcessPDF, 627 KB

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Checklists

Stay organised before, during and after settlement. Our practical checklists cover what to do — and when to do it.

For Buyers:

Things you should do ASAPPDF, 407 KB

Things you should do after settlementPDF, 668 KB

For Sellers:

Things you should do ASAPPDF, 440 KB

Things you should do after settlementPDF, 568 KB

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Legal guide

These tried-and-tested tips could help you avoid common pitfalls and make home-buying a little less stressful.

Meet our team

We’re lawyer-led, backed by 40+ years of experience, and here when it counts.

Michael Hodgkins

Legal Practitioner Director

Michael is an experienced succession and property lawyer and has served the Western Australian community as a legal practitioner for over 27 years at Curae Law. Michael has represented clients, both in and out of court, in matters spanning……

Lucy Dickens

Legal Practitioner Director

Lucy leads our non-contentious Wills and estates team, delivering clear, compassionate, and practical advice on succession planning and estate administration. Her approach combines legal expertise with a passion for innovation, making complex processes simple and accessible for our clients…….

Laura Gaunt

Settlements team leader

Laura has rapidly ascended to become a highly regarded property conveyancer in Western Australia, thanks to her unwavering commitment to real estate settlements and her inherent administrative and analytical prowess. As the team leader at Flat Rate Settlements, she……

Chris Hansord

Paralegal

Chris is an integral member of Flat Rate Settlements, working alongside Laura with a focus on real estate settlements in Western Australia. His responsibilities include managing legal property transfers, collaborating with clients and banks, and overseeing the signing and……

Cinzia Montesi

Paralegal

As part of the Flat Rate Settlements (FRS) team, Cinzia supports our team to ensure that the day-to-day operations of the FRS team are orchestrated smoothly. Cinzia serves as the first point of contact for FRS clients, ensuring prompt responses……

Testimonials

What our clients say

Laura and team were very helpful and responsive at every step of what could have been a complicated process, removing uncertainty where practicable in each interaction, and providing clear options when needed. Working within tight timeframes, we were made to feel secure without being coddled, while smashing the deadline. Second time with flat-rate settlements and, from a repeat customer, will highly recommend!

Mr G. - Flat Rate Settlements Client

October 5, 2025

This is the third time we’ve had the pleasure of working with Laura Gaunt at Flat Rate Settlements/Curae Law, and once again the experience was excellent. Laura has assisted us with both sales and purchases, and every time she has been reliable, professional, and a pleasure to deal with. She makes the process smooth and stress-free, always keeping us informed and ensuring everything is handled properly. It’s clear she genuinely cares about her clients, and that consistency is why we keep coming back. I would highly recommend Laura and the team at Flat Rate Settlements to anyone looking for a trustworthy and efficient service.

Kevin Viljoen

August 26, 2025

I would like to say that Chris and Laura at Flat rate settlements have been excellent. They have dealt with all of my queries and settlement very efficiently and were more than happy to answer any queries I have had. They also kept me informed every step of the way. I am very happy to deal with Flat rate settlement and in actual fact have now put another property in their hands. Many thanks for your wonderful service

Rachel Giovannetti

July 6, 2025

I would like to say a very big thank you for the way our business of selling Morris court has been handled by you and your staff. All very professional and trustworthy. As an 85 year old was a bit difficult not being up with new technology. Again, a very big thank you.

Flat Rate Settlement Client

April 23, 2025

Was very easy to work with Flat Rate Settlements. Chris made the process very easy. Would definitely recommend them.

Flat Rate Settlement Client

April 17, 2025

Morning Michael, I am very happy with Flat Rate Settlements handling of the Yangebup purchase & will definitely be using them again on another commercial purchase that hopefully will be happening in July.

Mr S

March 19, 2025

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