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Granny Flats (Part 1)
Sometimes an attractive option for older people is to build a granny flat at the rear of the home of one of their children. The construction costs are usually funded…
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Granny Flats (Part 2)
If a parent makes a decision to go ahead and build a granny flat at their child’s property, then documentation must be prepared including the following: A Deed of Agreement…
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7 Common Risks in Informal Family Shared-Equity Property Deals (NSW)
When families co-own property without legal advice or formal agreements, they often encounter the following legal and financial pitfalls: 1. Unclear Ownership & Contribution Disputes Without proper documentation, family members…
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Unicomb v Blais [2024] NSWSC 903 - Harman Undertaking
Purpose To distil the key practical principles from Unicomb v Blais regarding when the Harman undertaking (implied obligation) applies to affidavits and when parties may use such material in subsequent…
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The AML Act and You
The Anti- Money Laundering and Counter- Terrorism Financing Act 2006 (Cth) (“AML Act”), sets out the checks, questions and processes that will soon be implemented to prevent criminals from using…
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Why cutting corners on your Will can lead to costly estate litigation
Attempting to save money on a Will can expose an estate to far greater cost later. A recent New South Wales Supreme Court decision illustrates how informal testamentary documents can…
