by Stephen Munro | Mar 12, 2020 | Blog
The Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2019 (“RTAA”) was passed on 30 July 2019 and came into effect on 27 August 2019. The RTAA addresses key issues that have implications for both landlord and tenant including: tenant liability for damage, insurance statements,...
by Stephen Munro | Feb 12, 2020 | Blog
Purchasing a property at auction – what you need to know When purchasing a property, there are generally two ways in which you can achieve this. The first, the traditional offer method, is by offer and acceptance of a signed Agreement for Sale and Purchase between the...
by Stephen Munro | Dec 13, 2019 | Blog
When trustees act for a discretionary trust, they have a primary duty to act for, and in the best interest of the beneficiaries. Consequently, any benefit received under the trust is provided at the discretion of those trustees. Trustees of a discretionary trust have...
by Stephen Munro | Nov 13, 2019 | Blog
Sole Trader and Limited Liability Company – liability compared A sole trader is a common ownership structure that can be used to operate a small business. The main operator of the business may be one person, supported by a family member such as a spouse. Operating a...
by Stephen Munro | Oct 14, 2019 | Blog
What to know when building a house with a building company Building a house can be a stressful, expensive and intimidating prospect for both new and experienced customers. As such, ensuring you are aware of not only your rights and obligations, but also those of the...
by Stephen Munro | Sep 11, 2019 | Blog
ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING The government has recently made changes to the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism Act 2009 (the “Act”) to prevent money laundering and terrorism financing within various businesses and professions (including lawyers,...
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