From 1 August 2025, Sellers of property in Queensland must disclose to potential Buyers key property information upfront, before a Contract is signed.
Property Law
Foreign Resident Capital Gains Withholding Clearance Certificate
From 1 January this year, any property sold in Australia require a valid Clearance Certificate for each seller in respect of Foreign Resident Capital Gains Withholding Tax.
Changes to Queensland tenancy laws
Queenslanders should expect more changes to our tenancy laws to be introduced in the near future.
Artistic impressions or legal misrepresentation?
Real estate agents have been exploiting artistic impressions to sell houses and property for decades and it is critical that the property be not falsely represented with image enhancement.
Electronic Conveyancing
Electronic Conveyancing will become mandatory in Queensland from 20 February 2023.
Property Boundaries – Overhanging Trees
It is important to understand exactly what constitutes land affected by a tree, who is responsible, and what remedies are available.
Understanding Compulsory Acquisitions of Land by the Government
The recent announcement of the Pioneer-Burdekin Pumped Hydro project by the Queensland Government has caused concern to 50 local property owners.
Resolving disputes about repairs to Dividing Fences in Queensland
Under the Act, neighbours have a general obligation to contribute equally to maintaining a ‘sufficient dividing fence’.
New Combustible Cladding Regulations
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In recent years there have been a number of building fires worldwide where cladding affixed to the outside of the structure has been the major contributing factor. As of 1 October 2018, Queensland implemented regulations to identify privately owned buildings that contain combustible cladding.
Housing Development and Body Corporate Design Guidelines
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Wanting to do your bit for the environment and install solar panels or a solar hot water system? Your property may be subject to Body Corporate By-Laws, Design Guidelines, or Building Covenants. What are they and are they enforceable?
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