by aslaumbe | Oct 30, 2025 | Articles, Strata Matters & Dispute Articles
The growth in the number of electric vehicles means that more and more strata complexes will have to consider installing one or multiple EV chargers for use by owners and occupants. But what is the process and is it straightforward? The initial legal step is to seek...
by aslaumbe | Oct 30, 2025 | Articles, Conveyancing Articles
Sometimes the purchaser of a property will ask the owner if they can move in early i.e. before settlement is to take place. This can occur where the owner has already vacated the property and the purchaser does not want to wait until settlement which could be the...
by aslaumbe | Oct 22, 2025 | Articles, Business Sale & Purchase Articles, Lease Articles
If you are considering starting or purchasing a business and entering into or taking over a retail or commercial lease of premises then it is imperative to check that the local Council permits the business use under zoning laws. Otherwise, you may end up incurring...
by aslaumbe | Oct 22, 2025 | Articles, Conveyancing Articles
When purchasing a property with another person or others you must consider what kind of co-ownership arrangement you will have. The choice is between acquiring the property as joint tenants or tenants in common, each leading to different consequences. Joint tenants...
by aslaumbe | Aug 14, 2025 | Articles, Building Dispute Articles
Whether you are about to build a new home or renovate one, you will be presented with a contract by the builder for signing. It will normally be in the form of a standard building industry contract that is designed to favour the builder. It is essential you get legal...
by aslaumbe | Aug 14, 2025 | Articles, Litigation Articles
Sometimes, a neighbour’s overhanging tree or spreading vine might be causing you problems, posing a risk of damage or injury or an overgrown hedge might be reducing light or a view. What can be done if the matter cannot first be resolved amicably with your...
