Relief for some, but not all landlords On 7 April 2020, the Government announced its National Code of Conduct in relation to commercial leases so that, under the Code, the economic impacts of the pandemic on lessors and lessees might be shared between them and lessees would be protected by the Code’s prohibition on the [...]
By Matt Kearins For Australian ex-pats, citizens overseas, or even individuals with significant business in Australia, knowing where to start legal proceedings can be a tricky situation. If you’re trying between starting proceedings in Australia or another country, it is important to have an understanding of forum non conveniens. This is a legal principle that [...]
Kerry Kyriakoudes New requirements for off-the-plan contracts as from 1 December 2019 the new laws impose an additional disclosure obligations on vendors in off-the-plan contracts in order that purchasers have greater transparency in entering into these contracts. Additionally, they give purchasers new remedies and more protection when buying property off-the-plan. The changes are as follows: [...]
From time to time purchasers will buy an existing property with the intention of carrying out building work on the property and which can include additions to the existing house, pergolas and swimming pools etc. Most of the time these additions and extensions are permitted subject to obtaining the usual development approval from the [...]
We recently received an enquiry from a person who had purchased a block of land some time ago – the land is located in an area well known for having land slip and stability problems. At the time of purchase, the Contract contained a GEO Technical Report which indicated that whilst the land was located [...]
It is advisable to obtain a Strata Report before purchasing a Home Unit. The report can reveal a number of matters which may influence the price you’re prepared to pay for the unit or even whether you purchase the unit. Some of the matters revealed by a Strata Report are the following: Financial State [...]
