Lease Assignment Fees - These are payable when the landlord uses a real estate agent to manage the property.

Solicitors Fees - Where a new lease is prepared or an existing lease assigned there may be a cost for a solicitor to draw up the appropriate documentation.

Rent - Most commercial rents are paid monthly in advance so this would be required at settlement.

Variable Outgoings - Usually paid in advance and can include items such as cleaning, common lighting, gardening, security, management fee's.

Rates & Taxes - Water Rates and Shire Rates may or may not be included in the variable outgoings. As most rates are paid from July to June the amount will depend on when the business is purchased.

Stocktaking Fees - Usually paid for jointly by vendor and purchaser if a professional stock taker is utilised. Can be a minimum charge for time or a percentage of the value of the stock.

Neon Signage - Many such signs are leased so there may be an adjustment at settlement.

Yellow Pages Advertising - Due to the cost of Yellow Pages advertising (up to $8000) there may be some adjustment required.

Industry Fees - There are many fees that pertain to certain industries. Examples are:- Association Fees, Lotto transfer fees (based on lottery product sales) Food House/Stall Licence fee, Liquor Licence Transfer Fee, Dangerous Goods Licence etc.

Finance Costs - Generally the cost of financing a business ranges from 0.50% to 2.50% of the amount financed. These costs are dependant on the lender and the structure of the finance package.