Changes to the stamp duty thresholds for first home purchasers buying new homes or vacant land from 1 August 2020
From 1 August 2020, and for the next 12 months, the New South Wales Government has increased the thresholds for exemption from payment of stamp duty for first home...
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Do you know which government incentives are available?
Transcription Julia Salmon: As a first home buyer, do you know which government incentives are currently available for you? Hi, I’m Julia Salmon. I’m a property and business lawyer...
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The role of the real estate agent in a property transaction
We often have clients ask us about the role of the Real Estate Agent (“the Agent”) in a property transaction. Whether you are a Vendor or a Purchaser, it...
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Title Insurance and your Property Purchase – What is it and is it worth obtaining?
When purchasing a property there is nothing that replaces proper due diligence being undertaken in relation to the property you wish to buy. This could include pest and building...
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Changes to Off-The-Plan Contracts
Significant changes to legislation governing off-the-plan contracts commenced on 1 December 2019. These changes were set out in the Conveyancing Legislation (Amendment) Act 2018 (New South Wales) and the Conveyancing (Sale...
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Changes to NSW Residential Tenancies
Legislation has been passed that makes comprehensive changes to the laws that govern Residential Tenancies in NSW which came into effect on 23 March 2020. These changes are important...
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The impact of Coronavirus on purchasing property
Transcription Alira Muchiri: Are you concerned about the impact of Coronavirus on your sale or purchase of property? Hi, I’m Alira Muchiri. I’m a senior lawyer here in our...
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The new First Home Loan Deposit Scheme starts soon
The federal government’s First Home Loan Deposit Scheme is expected to commence on New Year’s Day 2020. It is a Scheme available to the first 10,000 eligible first home...
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When you purchase a manufactured home with another person – it is important to document how you own it
Ownership of a Manufactured home Manufactured homes are usually located in holiday parks and villages. They are often for people over 55 years of age. A manufactured home is...
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Is electronic conveyancing better for the buyer and seller. We think so … here’s why
Electronic Conveyancing, or “conveyancing”, is here! The transition to digital conveyancing transactions has now been mandated by the NSW Government. From 1 July 2019, all standard conveyancing transactions must...
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