Category: Property Law
Get It In Writing!
Another decision from the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal illustrates very well the importance of ensuring all terms that you have agreed to are included in a written contract. (Get...
VIEW MOREStamp Duty Traps
A property buyer who attempted to assist her Tenants has been stung for additional stamp duty of almost $9,000.00. The Buyer purchased her property in Wilston, Queensland, and settled on...
VIEW MOREBuying and Selling Property during the G20
Anyone buying or selling a property or a business with a settlement that they expect to take place in the next few months, and also Real Estate Agents involved in...
VIEW MORENeighborhood Tree Disputes
The Chalker’s home was extensively damaged in 2013 when a storm brought their neighbour's gum tree crashing down. The Chalker’s sought repair costs from their neighbours under the Neighbourhood Tree...
VIEW MOREProperty Description
The District Court in Queensland has recently delivered a decision in the dispute between two Real Estate agents regarding the proposed sale of a property which was originally contracted in...
VIEW MORETenants Rent Reductions
Landlords and tenants alike should be aware of the powers of the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal to consider applications under the Residential Tenancies and Rooming Accommodation Act 2008. If...
VIEW MOREFinancial Year! A Reminder for Property and Conveyancing Clients with Existing Matters
Property Conveyancing The end of financial year is approaching us, and as anticipated the Land Registry (titles office) fees and most property search costs will increase commencing the 1st July...
VIEW MOREWhat to Look For During Property Pre-Settlement (Final) Inspection
Under a standard REIQ Contract for the purchase of residential property Buyers are entitled to one pre-settlement inspection. Ideally as a Buyer you will want to arrange for the inspection...
VIEW MOREInstallment Contracts – Applying For the First Home Owner Grant
At Aylward Game Solicitors we offer experienced advice and tailored document preparation in relation to Installment Contracts and various types of Option Agreements. Unlike standard REIQ contracts for the sale...
VIEW MOREContract Obligations as an Owner Builder
Brief Summary of the Building Services Authority (‘BSA’) and Contract Obligations as Owner Builders The Queensland Building Services Authority Act 1991 (‘QBSA Act’) provides that a person is required to...
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