Written by Alice McManus, Solicitor, Commercial Litigation

Disputes with your neighbours are some of the most emotionally draining and upsetting disputes for many. Considering we see our neighbours every other day, keeping the peace with our neighbours is definitely a priority.

As a Commercial Litigation solicitor, I am seeing more and more disputes arise that concern dividing fences, which can sadly force families to sell up and ship out to find new homes. Disputes which may have been avoided with some careful negotiating and knowledge of the requirements of the Dividing Fences Act 1991 (NSW) include: Read more...

Written by Sam Thatcher, Licensed Conveyancer.

I have recently had a number of clients purchasing holiday homes and investment properties, which is great, as it shows people are taking advantage of some ideal buying opportunities coupled with the low interest rates and living the Aussie dream of owning property. The not-so-great part is the Government’s Land Tax which may be payable. 

Land Tax is a tax levied on the owners of land in NSW as at midnight on 31 December of each year. Read more...

Written by Melissa Billett, Senior Solicitor, Family Law

Separating from your spouse is not only an emotional time but carries with it the added complication of short-term practical decisions such as: 'Who is going to move out of the home?'; 'Where is the person leaving going to live?'; and 'How much is each party to contribute to the household bills while trying to negotiate a property settlement?'

Often people contact us to ask whether moving out of the home will put them at a disadvantage in respect of their future property settlement. The answer depends on your circumstances. Read more...