It’s the dream of many Queenslanders to have a home right on the waterfront, with access to your very own jetty or pontoon. Before diving into purchasing a property with water access, there are a few legal issues to consider. Leasing Arrangements for Jetties and Pontoons Firstly, what are
Here at GLG Legal, we aim to keep you up to date with all the changes that impact you, our clients, and more widely across the legal landscape. Recently, some significant amendments were made to the Land Titles Practice Manual, which aim to bring clarity, efficiency, and inclusivity to land
When buying or selling property, there are a range of legal expenses involved. One of these expenses is called “disbursements”, and it covers activities carried out during the conveyancing process, including: Types of Disbursements Disbursements vs. Professional Fees Disbursements are separate from professional fees, which are the charges for the
When Should You Use a Building Management Statement (BMS) and How Is It to Your Advantage? This is the second in a series on Building Management Statements (BMS). For general commentary on BMS, please refer to our earlier report at the following link: What is a Building Management Statement?. Statutory
Developing a Property or Piece of Land Developing a property or piece of land comes with its own risks and rewards but what does it mean when a contract says, “subject to development approval”? Developers and real estate agents often use a subject to development approval clause from a previous
If your strata title building includes a large commercial component for office or retail, chances are your Body Corporate is a party to a Building Management Statement (BMS). A BMS is a document used to regulate the relationship between two or more large users of a building, such as residential
The Importance of Contract Law in Business and Personal Life In our business and personal lives, we are exchanging contracts all the time. Whether it’s for employment, buying homes, sales agreements, or even power of attorney, it’s essential to have a lawyer who understands and specialises in contract law and
The property conveyancer will also act as your representative in court if necessary. This is usually only required, if there is a dispute over the ownership of the property or, if one of the parties fails to adhere to the terms of the sale. In these cases, the conveyancer will
Developing a property or piece of land comes with its own risks and rewards but what does it mean when a contract says, “subject to development approval”? Developers and real estate agents often use a subject to development approval clause from a previous contract, without considering whether that clause is
Article by Peter Lee, Property Law Accredited Specialist There has been plenty of public debate lately about sunset dates and the termination of contracts. Mainly these focus on the plight of buyers who signed a contract years ago at what was then market prices, which price has now turned out