‘Time is of the essence’: What does it mean in a legal context?
Sometimes a contract says that ‘time is of the essence’ in relation to some or all of the contractual obligations. … Read more
Conveyancing
Transfer Duty in NSW
Transfer duty (also known as stamp duty) is a key cost to be aware of if you’re thinking of buying … Read more
Cooling Off Period for Property Buyers
What is a cooling off period? A cooling off period is a period of time after entering into a contract … Read more
When must I pay stamp duty on a commercial lease? (NSW)
Stamp duty is a tax that’s imposed on transactions of property and the purchase of assets. So, when is stamp … Read more
Subdividing Land
Subdividing land is the process of breaking down a parcel of land into at least two smaller parcels. The cost … Read more
Estate planning and foreign beneficiaries
A beneficiary named in an Australian Will classed as ‘foreign person’ must apply to the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) … Read more
Foreign investment in residential real estate – FIRB approval
What is FIRB? The Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) assesses applications from non-residents of Australia seeking to purchase residential property … Read more
Pre-purchase property inspections in NSW
When you are considering purchasing a property in NSW (including at auction or where there is no cooling off period), … Read more
Commercial and Retail Leases – know what you’re getting yourself into
Are you a business or retail shop owner looking for premises? Following are some questions to consider before signing a … Read more
