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Discretionary trusts (Family trusts)
A discretionary trust, often called a family trust is a vehicle which allows you to hold assets without being the actual owner. The beneficiaries of the trust do not have…
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Using “Without Prejudice” Correctly
You may often hear or read the term “Without Prejudice” or “WP” in legal correspondence or litigation. The purpose of the term is to encourage parties to a dispute to…
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Is a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) a legally binding agreement?
This is a question I am often asked by clients. My simple answer to the question is – No, generally they are not legally binding agreements. I often describe it…
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Can I buy property in Queensland if I live interstate or overseas?
Yes - You can buy property in Queensland while living interstate or overseas. What difficulties may I encounter buying property in Queensland? If you are purchasing property from interstate or…
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Leases, Demolition Clauses, and the fine print
We have frequently posted about the importance of the “boring bits” hidden in leases. This has hit home recently with Mirvac’s decision to permanently close Toombul Shopping Centre. Toombul Shopping…
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Can I buy property in Australia as a NZ Citizen?
New Zealand citizens who are currently living in Australia are treated the same as Australian Permanent Residents. When a New Zealand citizen arrives in Australia, they are automatically granted a…
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Love Abroad During Covid – Partner Visa options
An increasing number of couples who met online during the covid lockdowns are now searching for a way to be together in Australia. While every circumstance is different, there are…
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Why do I need to protect my businesses intellectual property?
Identifying and protecting your businesses Intellectual Property (IP) protects some of the most valuable assets of any business. IP rights are important business assets which can be owned, sold or…
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UPDATE: Dismissal of Unvaccinated Employee not unfair & Revocation of Directions
Since the introduction of Public Health Directions throughout 2021, requiring individuals (visitors or workers) to be vaccinated prior to entering the premises of a restricted business or vulnerable and/or high-risk…
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Sunset dates and termination clauses in off the plan contracts
Buying off the plan traditionally gave buyers a chance to settle later, but at today’s prices. Developers were able to develop a land subdivision or a block of units based…
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Contract subject to Building & Pest – what does it mean?
If a contract to purchase a residential or commercial property in Queensland is ‘subject to a building and pest inspection’, it means that the contract is subject to and conditional…
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ASIC has an eye on social media influencers providing financial advice
It is hard to imagine a world without social media. Its growth in a relatively small-time frame has permeated through every aspect of our every life. Whilst social media allows…
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