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Entering into a Retail Lease
Whether you are the owner of a retail shop or an incoming tenant, it is good to know what is involved in the leasing process so that the owner can get paid rent and the tenant can make income from a thriving business as quickly as possible! Any proposed lease of a...
Considering a Granny Flat?
Granny flat arrangements are becoming increasingly popular as a solution providing accommodation for older Australians. However, if the parties involved fail to properly document the terms of the arrangement then complex legal and other issues can arise. Granny flat...
Can You Make an Electronic Will?
The traditional process of making a Will involves a person putting down their testamentary intentions in writing on paper and signing the document before two adult witnesses. However, this process has undergone some considerable transformation by the advent of...
What is Testamentary Capacity When Making a Will?
In order for a will to be valid the person who makes the will (the testator) must have testamentary capacity. If there are doubts about the testamentary capacity, the will can be challenged in a court. For a testator to have testamentary capacity, that person must:...
Buyer Beware When Purchasing a Used Car
These days it is quite common to buy a used car by responding to an online ad. Apart from ensuring that the car is in a mechanically acceptable condition, what legal issues can arise? A major concern is to ensure that there is no money owing on the car to a finance...
Residential Tenancy Disputes – What You Must Know!
According to the last census in 2021, almost 33% of people rent their home in NSW. And, of course, from time to time a dispute may arise with the landlord. But if it is a serious dispute that cannot be resolved, what rules apply if one of the parties to a lease wants...