When purchasing a property, it is important for a Buyer to rely on their own enquiries and investigations to satisfy themselves with the state of the property. However a Seller does have a legal obligation under the Conveyancing Legislation to disclose any...

On 11 May 2016 amendments were made to several NSW state revenue Acts. First Home – Owner Grant Scheme This scheme is available to first home buyers who purchase or build a new home. A new home includes a substantially renovated home. The definition of...

Are you considering selling or leasing your property that has a swimming pool or spa pool? If the answer is yes, you need a certificate of compliance or non-compliance. From the 29 April 2016, all properties being sold or leased with a swimming pool or spa...

Legal Update for Owner-Builders New laws, the Home Building Amendment Act 2014 and the Home Building Regulation 2014, concerning owner builders have been in place for just over a year. If you are planning a renovation to your property this year make sure you...

One of the expenses involved in transferring business real property to a SMSF is to ensure a lease is in place for market value rent. SMSF leases are usually for a term of between 1 and 3 years and often include an option to review. Leases therefore have to...