13/08/2020
Note: this article is accurate at time of posting however the regulations in relation to COVID19 responses change very frequently. This article was amended on 11 August 2020 following the Australian Government announcement on 7 August 2020.
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11/08/2020
** Video and Script** Struggling to get into your first home? Act now to receive up to $40K PLUS in government grants for first home buyers in Queensland.
Your guide to getting into your first home with a leg up of $40k PLUS in grants in concessions.
(Grants First Home Owners Grant Qld 2020, Home Builder Grant and stamp duty concessions)
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08/07/2020
Why real estate agents and conveyancers should increase, monitor and maintain cyber security.
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03/07/2020
The loss of a loved one can be an extremely difficult time for family and friends.
This is often exacerbated by the uncertainty of how funeral arrangements and estate administration occur.
We have compiled the following list of common funeral-related questions to assist those navigating this challenging time.
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26/06/2020
On 28 May 2020 the Retail Shop Leases and Other Commercial Leases (COVID-19 Emergency Response) Regulation 2020 (Qld) came into force under the COVID-19 Emergency Response Act 2020 (Qld).
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23/06/2020
The recent commencement of the Federal Government’s grant program, HomeBuilder, means more first home buyers are now in a great position to purchase a home. The tax-free program was implemented to stimulate the residential construction sector post COVID-19.
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23/06/2020
Have you worked out visitation for the June-July Winter school holidays?
Many parents love to spend that extra time with their children. As a result school holidays are a very important time for some families, however, it can also be a difficult occasion to negotiate for those who are separated and sort out what arrangements should be in place for the children.
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17/06/2020
Full disclosure regarding body corporate information is an essential step in the sale of an existing or proposed lot of land in a community titles scheme.
Despite its importance, there is a concerning disregard among some sellers and their agents in performing this duty. Failure to comply with the legal requirements surrounding disclosure statements can lead to disastrous consequences for sellers and real estate agents alike.
It is therefore important that both sellers and agents have a good understanding of the requirements prior to entering into a contract of sale.
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01/06/2020
Wills are designed to provide a deceased persons’ family and friends with clarity as to how their estate’s assets will be distributed.
But what happens when a family member is left out? What if the provision is inadequate? Or, what if the deceased person dies without a will?
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26/05/2020
When will executors be engaging in misconduct? Can an executor be removed? Who will pay the legal costs?
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