Clear, correct document formalities avoid invalid agreements, costly disputes and registration delays. This section explains the practical rules and best practice. 

Key concepts at a glance

Signatures are a crucial part of property documents and in the ever changing landscape it is important to be aware of the requirements in regard to traditional "wet ink" signatures and electronic signatures and when these can be used. 

it is also important to be aware of the formalities relating to Deeds, Deeds – what formalities are required? explains the requirements. 

• Background to electronic signature of documents
• What are “wet ink signatures” and “electronic signatures”?
• What about contracts that can be made orally (i.e. not in writing)?
• What about types of document which must be in writing and/or signed to be valid?
• Deeds – what formalities are required?
• Miscellaneous