A caveat is a legal instrument that can be lodged by a person who claims to have an interest in land (caveator). The caveat prohibits the recording of any dealing affecting the property to which the caveator claims to be entitled....
Due to the continued rising cost of living and interest rates, it is becoming more common for Australians to rent out their properties, with many turning to Airbnb and similar platforms. As a platform for short-term rental accommodation, Airbnb has specific laws and regulations in...
Revenue NSW has announced that from 14 June, it will be sending letters to customers identified as having a potential land tax liability for the first time or a return to liability. ...
Strata title is a system for owning units and townhouses, which generally have a combination of private residences as well as communal spaces. When you buy into a strata plan you buy a “lot”, which may include the main unit area and possibly a balcony, garage...
In this video, Suna Ozcan discussess the perils of joint property ownership, what happens if one purchasers want to sell but the other owner/s want to keep the property?...
It is not uncommon that family members, friends and even investors purchase property together but what happens if one of those purchasers want to sell but the other owner/s want to keep the property?...
In this clip Suna Ozcan discusses lending money to children. While families may feel compelled to assist their children with property purchases or business ventures without formalities or professional advice, there are considerable risks for both the lending parents and borrowing children if legal...
Australians love our furry family members. In fact, the federal government’s Pets in Australia survey found that more than 60 per cent of Australian households have a pet. However, the rules about renting with pets can be confusing. Here’s what you need to know....
What is the difference between gifting money or loaning money to my family members?...
Lending within family members, especially parents lending to their children, is on the rise due to escalating housing costs and economic constraints in Australia. Although there might be a tendency to rely on informal arrangements, our experienced lawyers at Solari and Stock know that a...