Demystifying Company Title

Demystifying Company Title

Strata title is a recent phenomenon, created with the introduction of legislation in 1961. Strata title now covers nearly all apartment blocks and unit properties. Prior to 1961, there was no strata title, and all these types of property were covered by company title. This is less common today and most units have converted to... Read More
Understanding a Commercial Lease

Understanding a Commercial Lease

When renting a property from which you intend to run a business, it is important for both landlords and tenants to understand the relationship they are entering into and the rights and obligations that they each have. The document that governs this relationship is usually a commercial lease. So, what is a Commercial Lease? A... Read More
Risks of Buying Off-the-Plan

Risks of Buying Off-the-Plan

For a long time, the ‘Great Australian Dream’ has been to own property. It is usually the largest asset you will own and provides you with a sense of freedom. However, this could be more akin to a pipe dream for some people due to the huge price tags associated with home ownership. If this... Read More
Avoiding Conveyancing Traps

Avoiding Conveyancing Traps

Conveyancing is the process of transferring legal title of real estate from one person to another. The conveyancing process is designed to ensure that the buyer obtains good and marketable title to the property together with all the rights that run with the property, and is notified of any restrictions or rights in advance of... Read More
Sunset Clause for off-the-Plan Purchases

Sunset Clause for off-the-Plan Purchases

When you purchase off-the-plan you are buying an apartment before it is built. Off-the-plan properties come with significant risks that you should consider before committing to buy. One of these risks is the sunset clause. Off-the-plan contracts specify the time by which the project must be completed. This is called the sunset clause or sunset... Read More
Swimming Pool Registration

Swimming Pool Registration

Homeowners are required to attach a certificate of compliance or non-compliance to the contract of sale when they sell their property. The owner of a property must register their swimming pool and/or spa on the NSW Swimming Pool Register. In this blog we review how to register a swimming pool and what the requirements are.... Read More