Buying your first home – steps in conveyancing
Buying your first home is a huge deal. No doubt you have never taken on such a large debt before in your life, and you may be feeling unsure about…
The ‘Bank of Mum and Dad’ and your Property Settlement
Helping your children buy a home - or borrowing from the 'Bank of Mum and Dad' - what happens if their relationship breaks down? High home prices mean that more…
Selling a business
There is a myriad of reasons why you might be selling a business. Many business owners not only fail to draw the full value for their business, but they struggle…
Buying a Property Off the Plan
Buying a property off the plan allows you to secure a property - that may not yet be built - at today’s prices and that does not need to be…
I am a first home buyer – what am I entitled to?
The NSW Government has adopted the First Home Buyer Assistance Scheme. This Scheme allows certain first home buyers to claim a stamp duty exemption or concession on their purchases, and…
Changes to Strata Laws
There were more than 90 proposed changes to strata laws announced by the NSW Government this week, to commence on 30 November 2016. Some big changes such as the concept…
Property owners – State Revenue updates
The State Revenue Legislation Amendment Act 2016 received assent on 11 May 2016 and commences on that day unless otherwise indicated. Of interest to property owners are the amendments to…
Buying property off the plan – new sunset clause protections
Off the plan contracts are used by developers to pre-sell vacant land lots or strata units before the necessary building and contract works have been finalised. After paying a deposit…
29 April – Deadline For Pool & Spa Compliance
If you have a pool or spa on your property, you should arrange for a valid compliance certificate, this will be required if you decide to sell or lease your property.…