Buying before auction in Victoria can be a smart move—but it comes with strict rules. Any pre-auction offer is made under auction conditions, meaning it is unconditional. There are no finance clauses, no building and pest conditions, and no cooling-off period. Once contracts are signed and the deposit is paid, the buyer is legally committed. This makes preparation essential, including full finance approval, contract review, inspections, and thorough due diligence before makin