The DBL Conveyancing Manual is now available on our website. This guide assists agents and clients with precedent clauses which can be adopted to suit the particular circumstances of each…
Mistakes made in property contracts are unfortunately a common occurrence. These “Contract Sins” can often be very costly to correct or may be used terminate the contract or litigate aspects…
Mistakes made when listing a property for sale is unfortunately a common occurrence. These “Listing Sins” can often be very costly to correct or may be used terminate the contract…
Before you sign a Contract to buy a property, there are some important things, which are often overlooked. Once the contract has been signed, these overlooked issues may not be…
The Australian National Cabinet announced on 7 April 2020 a Mandatory Code of Conduct for Commercial Tenancies (landlords and tenants) to apply when negotiating variations to their lease. A copy…
The impact of COVID-19 has been profound. Most residential contracts in Queensland are governed by the terms of the REIQ/QLS Contract (“the REIQ Contract”). The effects of COVID-19 may prevent…
COVID-19 has created unprecedented pressures on all businesses, large and small. What are some of the COVID-19 leasing considerations for landlords and tenants during the COVID-19 crisis? Lease obligations are…
When purchasing property with another person it is necessary to nominate how the property is to be held. This is a very important step in the process and great care…
GST Withholding on residential contracts has been in place since July 2018 and it is a good time to refresh your knowledge regarding when GST Withholding applies. GST Withholding applies…
Stamp duty Concessions (also known as Transfer Duty) are available to eligible buyers who elect to live in a property (Home Concessions), as opposed to purchasing a property as an…