It is becoming increasingly common that couples receive financial assistance from their parents. This can be through the transfer of property, the giving of money or both. Although helpful for... Read More
A Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) is a private superannuation fund in which the SMSF trustee has control over retirement funds. The trustee manages the retirement benefits of its members by... Read More
If you are a borrower, guarantor or lender, you may be required to seek independent legal advice prior to signing mortgage documents. Loan and mortgage documents will often require an... Read More
On 1 July 2024, the superannuation guarantee rate is set to increase from 11% to 11.5%. In accordance with the Superannuation Act 1916 (NSW), the superannuation guarantee rate will increase... Read More
If you’re the owner of a property that has a swimming pool, you need to be aware of your obligations in relation to your pool. Personal swimming pools must be... Read More
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... Read More
