Buying a business? If you are looking at buying a business or are in the process of buying a business, then there are a multitude of things you will need to consider. Not only should the typical pre-purchase due diligence enquiries be made, but some more in-depth matters (which are often glossed over or forgotten...
The term ‘Buyer Beware’ is well known in the conveyancing world, but how often have you heard the term ‘Seller Beware’ being raised? It is a warning that perhaps should be considered more often by Real Estate agents when acting for sellers. In relation to the sale of land, the modern position reflects the historical...
Have you recently lost a loved one who may or may not have left a Will? Are banks and other institutions not willing to speak to you even though you want to adhere to your loved ones wishes? This may be because these institutions require a Probate or similar Grant. Do you always need a...
Joint Tenants or Tenants in Common When ‘real property’ is owned by more than one person, it is surprising that many people are not aware of how that property is held by the them, for example, if there is more than one property owner, the property can be held as either Joint Tenants or Tenants...
A possible point of failure in start-ups is an inattention to the legal relations of the involved parties, e.g. those between multiple cofounders, those between founders and investors, and those between the business and consumers. The common theme with these agreements is that they all, in some way, should protect the financial interests of start-ups...
As of 30 November 2020, new Enduring Power of Attorney (“EPOA”) and Advance Health Directive (“AHD”) forms have come into effect under the Powers of Attorney Act 1998 (Qld) to replace the previously existing forms which had been in effect for more than 16 years. It is important to be aware that whilst any Enduring...
Recently changed your name, been married, or you just changed your name because you felt like it did not suit you? If your ID does not match the Contract of Sale or your true and correct name is not on the Certificate of Title (which is now held electronically by the Queensland Titles Office) for...
Changes to company operations are at the forefront of the Government’s agenda with the recent release of a draft bill, which proposes to allow companies to benefit from provisions in the Electronic Transactions Act 1999, which had previously been restricted. When the Corona virus pandemic began to sweep through Australia, the Government swung into action...
What is an off the plan purchase? Generally speaking, when you purchase a property “off the plan”, you are purchasing a property that is not yet built, but is being proposed to be built in accordance with plans that have been drafted by a surveyor, and which show what the proposed property will look like...
Separation can be one of the most emotionally charged, traumatic events that can occur in a person’s life and the devastating effects are often amplified when there are children involved. No matter the length of the relationship, the breakdown of a relationship can be hard enough to deal with on its own, without having to...
