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Professional Queensland conveyancing services for buyers and sellers who want to avoid the legal risks of DIY kits and ensure their property settlement is managed by experienced senior solicitors entirely remotely
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The High Cost of “Cheap” DIY Conveyancing: Why Your Property Move Isn’t a DIY Project

Navigating Queensland Property Law is a complex journey, particularly with recent legislative reforms. While “cheap” DIY kits promise to save you a few hundred dollars,

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Looking for a new year legal check to protect your family? Our 2026 estate planning Queensland guide and free new year resolution legal check tool help Brisbane and Gold Coast residents update their Wills, review commercial contracts, and secure property titles in under 5 minutes. Start the year with total peace of mind from Queensland's trusted legal problem solvers.
Commercial and Business

New Year, New Peace of Mind: Your Free Essential Legal Health Check for 2026

The new year is more than just a date on the calendar, it’s a global tradition of renewal, setting goals, and getting your life in

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This detailed guide provides essential legal clarity for anyone considering buying an apartment or house off-the-plan in Queensland. We break down the process of off-the-plan conveyancing, explain the legal implications of sunset clauses and the circumstances under which a developer can terminate, and outline the new deposit protections introduced by the Property Law Act 2023 (Qld). Learn how to check the developer's finances and what happens if the development is delayed or the building plans change before settlement. This is vital reading to help protect your investment and ensure your contract is legally sound.
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Buying Off-the-Plan in Queensland: A Guide to Conveyancing, Sunset Clauses, and the Property Law Act

Buying a property off-the-plan meaning before it has been built, or while it is under construction can be an exciting opportunity. It offers the chance

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From 1 January 2027, all Queensland homes must meet upgraded smoke alarm laws, including photoelectric, interconnected alarms in every bedroom and hallway. Learn what property owners, tenants and real estate agents need to do to stay compliant, avoid fines and prevent contract delays. Get practical guidance from Queensland property lawyers.
Conveyancing

Queensland’s Smoke Alarm Deadline: What Owners, Tenants and Agents Need to Know by 2027

Queensland’s smoke alarm legislation has been phased in over several years. The final stage takes effect from 1 January 2027, and it applies to every

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A comprehensive guide for separating couples in Queensland, including Brisbane, Ipswich, and Gold Coast, detailing the financial 'hidden costs' of keeping the family home after a split, and explaining the strict 4-step property settlement process under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) used by courts to determine a fair division of assets and debts, including the family house and splitting the mortgage and assets.
Conveyancing

Who Gets the House After Separation? The Hidden Costs of Keeping It

When a relationship breaks down, the question of who keeps the family home can quickly become a source of stress, conflict, and financial strain. For

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Planning a move into a retirement village in Queensland can be a complex process, with many legal, financial, and family considerations. Whether you are a senior looking to downsize, a family member helping a parent, or an attorney acting under an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA), it is essential to understand your retirement village contract, your rights, and your obligations before signing. At Bennett Carroll Solicitors, our experienced legal team provides expert advice on retirement village contracts in Queensland, including contract review, conveyancing for selling or transferring property, updating Wills and estate planning documents, and guidance for EPOAs and family members. We also help clients understand ongoing fees, exit entitlements, deferred management fees, and any other obligations associated with retirement village living. With offices across Brisbane, Stafford, Upper Mount Gravatt, Kawana, Mermaid Beach, and Ipswich, or via fully electronic online consultations, our team makes moving into a retirement village simple, secure, and legally sound. We support both the individual moving into the village and their families, ensuring everyone involved understands the process and can make informed decisions. If you are planning a retirement move in Queensland and want clarity and protection throughout the process, Bennett Carroll Solicitors can provide tailored, practical legal advice every step of the way.
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Retirement Village Contracts in Queensland: What You Need to Know Before You Move

Making the move into a retirement village is a major life decision — for both the person moving in and their loved ones. Whether you’re

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Major Queensland property law changes take effect from 1 August 2025 under the Property Law Act 2023 (Qld). These reforms modernise how property is bought, sold, leased and managed across the state. Key changes include seller disclosure obligations, shorter limitation periods for deeds, updated easement rules, electronic conveyancing, instalment contract protections and new leasing provisions. Learn how these legal changes affect property owners, buyers, developers and investors across Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Ipswich and regional Queensland.
Conveyancing

Queensland Property Law Act 2023: Key Legal Reforms Taking Effect From 1 August 2025

Beyond the new seller disclosure regime, Queensland’s updated property laws introduce major changes to deeds, easements, leases, electronic transactions and more. On 1 August 2025,

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From 1 August 2025, all Queensland property buyers and sellers will face new disclosure rules. Find out what must be disclosed before signing a contract, what’s not included, and how early legal advice can protect your conveyancing process. Legal advice from Conveyancing Team at Bennett Carroll Solicitors. Law firm with locations in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Ipswich and QLD wide.
Conveyancing

Queensland’s New Property Disclosure Laws: What Every Buyer and Seller Needs to Know From August 2025

From 1 August 2025, Queensland will introduce Australia’s strictest property disclosure laws and these changes will affect every buyer and seller across the state, no

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Queensland’s New Property Disclosure Laws: A Game-Changer for Real Estate Agents

What Every Agent Needs to Know Well Before 1 August 2025 Queensland is about to implement Australia’s most comprehensive property disclosure regime, fundamentally changing how

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How to Find a Lawyer Near You

(And Why ‘Near’ Might Not Matter As Much As You Think)   When you’re in need of legal assistance, one of the first things you’ll

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