Testamentary Discretionary Trusts
Quite often a client will come to us and say they have heard about a Will that provides for a ‘testamentary discretionary trust’ and they want to know if it…
Property Contracts- Correct Purchaser?
In the Queensland property market, solicitors are often an afterthought when it comes to commencing the sale or purchase of a residential property. Unfortunately, by the time “legal” gets subbed…
Recovering Land Tax – Points to Consider for Tenants and Landlords
As land tax can be a significant expense for investment property owners, when considering a lease, it will be of interest for both the potential lessor and the tenant whether…
Common Estate Planning Traps to Avoid
As with most estate administration matters, we see clients that are left with difficult circumstances after their parent has passed away. Sometimes, those clients are survived by step parents, who…
Debts and Statute of Limitations
Ever wanted to know the best way to secure a Loan to your children for purchase of their home? Make sure that you have a formal Loan Agreement with conditions…
Buying Off the Plan Developments: Buyer Beware
The economy has bounced far better than everyone expected and this has resulted in a surge in property buying. As the economy expands, the more frequent speculative option of buying…