Settlement Agent plays a significant role when it comes to the process of changing a name on a land title. The process typically involves updating the details held by the Landgate (the land titles office) to reflect a name change, whether it’s due to a legal name change, marriage, divorce, or other reasons.
Below is a step-by-step guide outlining the standard process of changing a name on a title:
Role of Applicant
- Happy with our fee, instructions given to Ninth Settlements to act.
- Documents received, signed, sent back to Ninth Settlements with evidence e.g. marriage certificate, change of name certificate, stat dec etc.
- Updated Title received.
Role of Settlement Agent
- Instructions received, application prepared and send, required documents requested.
- Documents received, evidence verified.
- Complete the change of name application form as required by relevant authorities.
- Submit the signed application along with supporting documents.
- Collaborate with the authorities to provide additional information or documentation if requested.
- Track the progress of the application and address any queries or issues promptly.
- Ensure the updated title reflecting true name is issued and securely delivered.
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