Property

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New deed of lease documentation

The Law Association of New Zealand (TLANZ), formerly the Auckland District Law Society, released an updated version of the standard form deed of lease document, its 7th edition, in November 2024. We take a closer look.

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Issues affecting finance and settlement

We explore a range of issues that can get in the way of finance and settlement, when you’re making a property purchase.

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Updates to the residential tenancies legislation

We explore a range of updates to residential tenancies legislation, including those related to pets and tenancy terminations.

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Property briefs

Repaying your mortgage early; changing the interest rate on your mortgage; switching to a different lender.

Commercial leases and property law

Assignment of commercial leases

A common question that comes up with commercial premises is what happens to the lease when a tenant sells their business.

Subdivision Property Law

Neighbourhood subdivisions

As urban land becomes more expensive, landowners and developers are constantly looking for ways to get the most value out of their land.

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Property briefs

Finance condition in the agreement; LIM condition; Building report condition

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Pre-settlement property inspection

When buying a property, you are usually entitled to one pre-settlement inspection. This inspection is typically done during the week before settlement, although it can be completed at any time.

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Commercial leases

There are many rights and obligations that affect both tenants and landlords at the beginning, during and at expiry or earlier termination of a commercial property lease.

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Property briefs

The new government has brought in significant changes to the property sector; we outline what these could mean for you.