Buying from a developer is the same as a builder, right?
Buying a house from a property developer is becoming a popular option as you get a new build without having to build the house yourself.
Property
I wish to register a complaint: pre-purchase inspections
Remember the famous Monty Python sketch where John Cleese purchases a parrot which isn’t in the condition he expected? All too often, the same happens when buying property.
Anti-money laundering
The sale and purchase of property usually involves transacting a significant sum of money. From July this year, all law firms will be required to comply with anti-money laundering legislation. Here is what that means for you.
Bright-line extension announced
The Minister of Revenue announced an extension to the bright-line test to help keep the property market under control. If you are thinking about buying or selling rental properties or your holiday home, there are several implications you’ll need to consider before taking action.
Insulate before it’s too late
Landlords, if you haven’t made your rentals safe and healthy for tenants, now is the time to get busy. Otherwise, you will be looking down the barrel of a hefty fine.
The not-so-easy problems with easements
If you’re thinking about making a rural subdivision to make the most of the rising popularity of lifestyle blocks and farm parks, it’s likely you’ll be granting easements for access and water.
Your legal obligations as an Airbnb host
As a follow up to our article about the tax implications for renting your accommodation as a holiday home, we’re taking a look at your legal obligations to your lender, insurer and local authority.
Why you should talk to a lawyer before you buy property
Buying a house is a stressful process in itself, but if you’re competing for a purchase in a seller’s market, which has been the case for some time, the pressure can be intense. If you’ve felt the impulse to make a snap decision, or made an offer without due diligence, we want you to imagine the stern look on your lawyer’s face when you hand over the paperwork.
Caution required: three common scenarios with big consequences
In these property briefs, we have three situations which seem straightforward, but often aren’t, which can land the unwary in hot water. We take a look at the implications for landlords when tenants sell their business, what those boxes mean on Agreements for Sale and Purchase, and the difference between ‘joint tenants’ and ‘tenants in common.’
Three tips to protect yourself from property related problems
How to avoid buying a property with insurance problems, how to protect your property title from unwanted searches, and how to avoid a hefty expense when selling a cross lease property with an altered flat plan. Here are the answers.