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Inheritances and Family Law

Families and money can sometimes be a volatile combination. That is never more so than when divorces and Wills are concerned. When is an...

Things to consider when partners separate

Do you have a friend or relative who has just separated? If so, the information below should help. What is meant by separation?...

Law changes for retail shop leases

Landlords, tenants and managing agents should be aware of new provisions under the revised Retail Shop Leases Act 1994 (the ‘Act’). The...

Dying Intestate – the perils of not making a Will

A valid Will determines how your estate is dealt with after you die. Your Will can appoint an appropriate family member or trusted friend...

Buying or selling property off the plan in QLD

Property developers, purchasers and sellers should be aware of changes to property laws which came into effect in December 2014. These...

Airbnb: an easy way to make money or an accident waiting to happen?

If you have looked at booking holiday accommodation recently chances are you have come across Airbnb or maybe you know someone who rents...

Unfair contracts laws now apply to small businesses

The Federal Government has enacted legislation extending the unfair contract term protections of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010...

Retirement Living – Life beyond bingo and bowls!

Not surprisingly people talk about buying their first home as being a life changing event and it is. However, in the past it has been...

Six things to know about Binding Financial Agreements

There are many names for Binding Financial Agreements (BFA’s), including; Pre-nuptial Agreements (commonly known as pre-nups),...

Healthy Will Checklist

It is important for everyone over the age of 18 to have a Will to make sure their wishes are followed and their assets are distributed as...