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Top 6 Power of Attorney Questions
A Power of Attorney is a legal document that gives a trusted person the legal authority to act for you and to make legally binding decisions on your behalf if you are unable to make these decisions yourself, such as in the case of serious illness. If you do not have a...
Take Care When Buying a Property ‘Off the Plan’
The term “buying off the plan” usually refers to purchasing a property that is not yet built yet. Buying off the plan can also refer to the purchase of a block of vacant land that is part of a subdivision, or a house or unit being built for sale where the land on...
Swimming Pool Compliance
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 compliant with NSW regulations. These regulations and who they apply to are discussed below. Who must be...
Release of Deposit
In the sale of residential and commercial land in New South Wales, it is common for vendors to insert a special condition into the contract which allows for the deposit to be accessed earlier by the vendor. This is known as a Release of Deposit clause. Although it is...
Online Copyright Infringement
Social Media is Unavoidable. We’re confronted with social media in its various forms everyday. Politicians are endlessly tweeting and the person next to you on the bus is scrolling through Facebook. You may have even experienced the phone-focused pedestrian walking...
Buying a Property At Auction – Things you need to know BEFORE auction day
Buying a property can often be an intimidating process, especially at auction where you are competing with other buyers and there is no cooling off period. Many properties are sold at auction, particularly in a rising market, so it is important for buyers to...
Building Commissioner for NSW
Mr David Chandler OAM began his position as the NSW Building Commissioner on 14 August 2019. The former Premier of NSW, Gladys Berejiklian, stated that the appointment of a Building Commissioner is a critical part of the NSW Government’s plan to completely reform the...
5 Costs to Factor in When Buying a Home
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...