Etheringtons Solicitors Note: In June 2022, the NSW Government announced legislation to reform transfer duty within NSW, moving to an ‘annual property tax’ system. These changes will take place over a number of years. For more information, click here. If you are currently in the process of buying, looking or saving for a house, there… Read More
The Independent Construction Industry Rating Tool (iCIRT) was launched by the NSW Government in late 2020 to tighten building regulations and inspections. This strategy aims to rebuild public confidence in building professionals following numerous construction failures such as with Sydney’s Opal Tower and Mascot Towers. In this article, we explore how the iCIRT is used… Read More
Writing a Will can ease stress for both you and your loved ones by providing you with peace of mind that your assets will be dealt with in the way you decide. However, often people wonder if it is worth getting a lawyer to write a Will for them, or whether they can write it… Read More
There are four main types of business structures for conducting business in Australia, each with their own advantages and disadvantages. A person can carry on business as a sole trader, partnership, trust or company. The choice of business structure is an important decision to make at the start of a business venture, as the structure… Read More
In family law, one issue which may arise following a relationship separation where children are involved is ‘relocation’. Relocation is the legal term for moving with your child to another town, state or country after a divorce or separation. Relocation may raise issues in relation to parenting arrangements if the moving interferes with the ability… Read More