Is my building eligible for Project Intervene?
02 Aug Is my building eligible for Project Intervene?
Are there conditions that need to be met to be eligible for Project Intervene? The following infographic explains these conditions....
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Project Intervene-Resolving Serious Defects in Residential Apartment Buildings
31 Jul Project Intervene-Resolving Serious Defects in Residential Apartment Buildings
Project Intervene leverages the authority of the NSW Department of Fair Trading to compel developers/builders to undertake the rectification of significant defects. Through these powers, the regulatory body can issue work orders that mandate the correction of any non-compliant building work. ...
‘Thumbs up’ emoji seen as a legally binding contract
24 Jul ‘Thumbs up’ emoji seen as a legally binding contract
In a recent Canadian court, a judge has ordered a farmer to pay CAD$82,000 (AUD$92,000) after determining that a "thumbs up emoji" used in a text message exchange was as valid as a signature. The ruling sets a unique precedent for the "internet age" and...
Am I eligible for the First Home Buyers Assistance Scheme?
19 Jul Am I eligible for the First Home Buyers Assistance Scheme?
To be eligible for the first Home Buyers Assistance Scheme you must fit the following criteria, as explained in the following Infographic...
Changes to the First Home Buyers Scheme
17 Jul Changes to the First Home Buyers Scheme
The First Home Buyers Scheme has expanded. Starting from 1 July 2023, if you are buying a new or existing home with a value of up to $800,000, you will be fully exempt from paying transfer duty. This means you do not have...
What happens to my Property Settlement if I die?
10 Jul What happens to my Property Settlement if I die?
Many clients who are in the separation process, will often ask the question; What happens to my property settlement if I was to die? The answer to the question is complex and requires a consideration of legal issues involving two areas of law; Family law...
Clarifying ‘the best interests of the child’
05 Jul Clarifying ‘the best interests of the child’
Section 60CC of the Family Law Act 1975 includes 2 primary factors and 13 additional factors. These are the factors that the Court refers to when considering the ‘best interests of the child’. ...
What is a Parenting Plan?
03 Jul What is a Parenting Plan?
What is a Parenting Plan and when would you use one? Kirstin Attard discusses Parenting Plans and their uses...
Can I Break My Lease?
28 Jun Can I Break My Lease?
There are lots of reasons you might want to break your lease. Maybe you’ve bought property. Maybe you’re moving in with your partner. Maybe you’ve found a better deal. Maybe you’re moving to a new suburb for work. Whatever your situation, this is what you...
Why is a written partnership agreement important for business partners?
19 Jun Why is a written partnership agreement important for business partners?
You might get along with your business partner and never had any disputes. However, a partnership is not a separate legal entity and unlike a company, each partner becomes personally liable for any liabilities the partnership incurs....