Eckermanns

22/10/2026

A great snap of our own Katie Barrow with Team Keatley - Ray White, who recently got behind a community walk raising funds for breast cancer awareness.

It's always wonderful to see local businesses and community members coming together to support a worthy cause and make a positive impact in the community.

📍 Pictured outside our Mount Barker office.

21/10/2026

EDIT: We are pleased to advise the patches were installed very early this morning, with eckermanns.com.au being back online from 8:30am ACST.

We will monitor site activity to ensure everything is functioning as normal following this interruption. Thanks for your patience and understanding!

⚠️ Important service notice: eckermanns.com.au offline tonight

Our cyber security team has been alerted to a critical vulnerability in PHP, a programming language used by millions of websites worldwide, including eckermanns.com.au. The vulnerability is being publicly announced tonight, along with patches to fix it.

As a precaution, we have taken our website offline while we install these patches. We expect to be back up and running in time for normal operations on Thursday morning ACST.

If you need assistance while our website is down, please call Eckermann Assist on 8235 2944 or email [email protected]

We know this frustrating and we’re sorry for the inconvenience. Fast-moving security threats like this don't always allow for much warning, and keeping our data safe is our top priority.

We'll post an update here as soon as the site is back online. Thank you for your patience and understanding. 🙏

02/10/2026

Property transactions don't always pause for a long weekend.

The Eckermann Assist team will be available throughout the long weekend to assist with Form 1s, property documentation and urgent enquiries.

Available daily | 9am-5pm
8235 2944
[email protected]

Wishing everyone a safe, relaxing and enjoyable long weekend.

23/09/2026

Exciting news! Eckermann Conveyancers is expanding into Victoria.

For decades, we've proudly helped South Australians navigate their property journeys with confidence. Our commitment to providing exceptional service across South Australia remains as strong as ever.

As we continue to grow, we're excited to extend our conveyancing services into Victoria, bringing the same expertise, personal approach and trusted support that our clients know us for.

Whether you're buying, selling or investing, our experienced team is here to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.

While we're expanding our reach, our South Australian roots remain at the heart of everything we do. Here's to supporting more Australians while continuing to serve the communities that have supported us for so many years.

18/09/2026

Proud to support the next generation of local footballers through our sponsorship of the Waybacks Football Club junior teams.

This season we've been pleased to sponsor the game day vests worn by the MDO, Runner, Trainer and Water officials, helping support the dedicated volunteers who make every game possible.

A big congratulations to the Under 12s, Under 14s and Under 17s teams on making this weekend's Grand Finals. We wish all players, coaches and families the very best of luck and look forward to cheering you on from the sidelines!

Go Waybacks!

09/09/2026

Ask R U OK? Any Day

A conversation doesn't need to wait for one day of the year.

At Eckermanns, we're encouraging everyone to take a moment to check in with the people around them. Whether it's a colleague, friend, family member, or client, a simple conversation can help someone feel supported, connected, and cared for.

This R U OK? Day, trust your instinct and start a conversation. Learn more: https://www.ruok.org.au/

08/09/2026

Buying off the plan in South Australia? Proposed sunset clause reforms could give buyers stronger protections, greater transparency, and more certainty throughout the development process.
Our latest blog explains:
• What a sunset clause is
• What's changing
• How buyers may be protected
• What it means for existing contracts

Read the blog: https://eckermanns.com.au/conveyancers/south-australias-proposed-sunset-clause-reforms-what-off-the-plan-buyers-need-to-know/

The South Australian Government has proposed major changes to sunset clauses for off-the-plan properties. Learn what the reforms could mean for buyers and how to protect your interests.

07/09/2026

Property data made simpler.

With Greatforms, your workflows integrate directly with Land Services SA (LSSA), automatically matching Certificate of Title and legal land description details to help reduce manual data entry and improve accuracy.

The built-in Address Finder API makes entering property details quick and easy, while title and proprietor information can be ordered directly from Land Services SA and returned straight to your property folder.

See how Greatforms helps streamline property data management with less admin, fewer errors, and faster workflows.

Start your free trial or get in touch with our team to learn more.

https://youtu.be/6INcD15vSCk

Discover how Greatforms integrates seamlessly with Land Services SA...

03/09/2026

We're growing our team at Eckermanns! We're currently seeking applications for two exciting opportunities.

Assistant Client Partner - Glenelg - Join our Conveyancing team and gain exposure to a wide range of conveyancing matters, including document preparation, client support, government searches, PEXA transactions and settlement administration. Apply now: https://au.seek.com/job/94043088

Desktop Support Specialist (Level 2) - Join our ICT team on a 6-month maximum-term contract, providing technical support across the organisation and helping manage hardware, software, systems, network security and day-to-day IT operations. Apply now: https://au.seek.com/job/94168459

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24/07/2026

SMSF residential property borrowing rules are changing. Do you know what it means for your clients?

From 10 August 2026, Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSFs) will no longer be able to enter into new borrowing arrangements to purchase residential property.

While SMSFs can still buy residential property, the way some investors fund their purchases is changing.

In our latest article, we cover:
- What is changing and what isn't
- Key dates to be aware of
- What "grandfathered" means
- What real estate agents should watch for
- Frequently asked questions about the new rules

Whether you're working with property investors or simply want to stay informed, understanding these changes can help you better support your clients.

Read more: https://eckermanns.com.au/conveyancers/the-end-of-smsf-residential-property-borrowing-what-real-estate-agents-need-to-know/

Understand the 2026 SMSF borrowing changes, key dates, grandfathering rules and what they mean for real estate agents.