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Property in Victoria can be expensive. So one way of entering the market faster is to pool funds with family or friends. Unfortunately, things can get difficult when one co-owner wants to sell and the other doesn’t.
When this happens, can you force a sale?
The two different ways to
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Despite your best intentions, business disputes can happen – whether it’s caused by a supplier not meeting their obligations, a late payment from a client, or a disagreement with an employee or customer.
And while it can be tempting to say ‘see you in court’, no one wants a lawsuit
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Victoria boasts a world-class hospitality scene. But there’s always room for one more venue where patrons can enjoy a quick beer after work or a cheeky cocktail … or three.
However, opening a new bar, restaurant or cafe can come with a checklist as long as your arm. You don’t
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There’s about to be an important change to the Australian Consumer Law (ACL).
Since 1986, a person has been considered a ‘consumer’ under ACL if they:
Bought goods or services under $40,000 Bought goods or services normally used for personal, domestic or household use or consumption (irrespective of price)
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For many foodies, starting a restaurant, cafe or food truck is the ultimate dream. After all, what could be more satisfying than earning a living from doing what you love?
But don’t forget that many businesses require licenses before they can get off the ground in Victoria, with hospitality laws
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Your home might be your castle. But that doesn’t necessarily mean you can do whatever you want with your property.
There may be planning restrictions that set out conditions or restrictions on the use or development of your land. In Victoria, these restrictions are commonly known as a section 173
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Sometimes, suppliers will let you down, whether through supplying you with faulty products or failing to deliver their goods in time. The knock-on effects of this can be extremely disruptive to your business. So what are your legal rights when this happens?
What does the contract say?
The first step
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The end of April marked five years since pop superstar Prince died suddenly at his Paisley Park home in Minnesota. Prince left behind an estate comprising largely of intellectual property and music rights worth an estimated US$150-$300 million.
However, he died without a will so his estate still hasn’t
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No matter your age, job or background, Victoria’s planning legislation has a big impact on your life. That’s because it governs the built and natural environment around us.
Councils use the legislation to develop planning schemes that affect how land can be used and developed within your local area. These
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As a property developer in Victoria you will likely be required to navigate the process of Development Contributions. To help you navigate this system, it is essential to have an understanding of what Development Contributions are, how they work, and how and when they will apply to you.
What are
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In starting with a brief refresher, stamp duty is the land transfer tax. It’s calculated based on a home’s open market property value.
The number isn’t a set percentage or fixed rate but is calculated on a sliding scale. Stamp duty varies throughout Australia, but here are the standard costs
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Even before the pandemic, Australia was an attractive prospect for overseas investors. After all, our country has been blessed with a stable political environment, strong institutions, plentiful natural resources and a strong economy which, until only recently, had experienced 30 years of uninterrupted growth.
As a result, foreign money poured
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With the Commonwealth Government deficit at its highest level since World War II and as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to cripple the Australian economy and stifle federal tax collections, we will inevitably see a significant increase in revenue collecting activity undertaken by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).
One way it
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New rental laws in Victoria that are part of long overdue reforms come into effect at the end of March. The reforms set minimum standards for rental properties, together with a host of other changes.
A total of 132 reforms were originally set to come into effect on 1 July
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Although businesses have the responsibility to keep their tax obligations up to date, it sometimes happens that, due to unforeseen circumstances, they are not able to pay the tax owed to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).
The most important thing here is that businesses should not ignore the tax debt
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You love your small business and you may have even built it from nothing. What happens now that you have decided to move on to pastures new?
The question of whether the sole director of a company can resign their post, leaving their company without a director, is one which
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Sometimes situations can change within an instant and it is difficult to determine the best course of action. Getting the advice of an experienced legal team can save you and your business in more ways than you think.
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Our lives have never been the same. Right now, it is difficult to ascertain and understand your rights as a business owner, landlord or home owner.
As a team of highly trained professionals, we understand all the diverse aspects involved with changes in the law. In fact, we make it
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Property development options are an increasingly popular way to buy real estate in Australia. That’s because they can help you get your foot in the door of a great development opportunity when you might not necessarily have all the funds in place.
But what exactly are property development options? And
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The Retail Leases Amendment Act 2020 (‘Amendment Act’) made a number of changes to the rights and obligations of both landlords and tenants under the Retail Leases Act 2003 (‘Act’).
Landlords and tenants should be aware of the following changes, which came into effect on 1 October 2020, unless otherwise
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You have decided like the majority of Australians that it is time buy your own home. But what do you do next, where do you start, who should you speak to.
Purchasing a house is the single largest investment that most people will ever make. As such and before you
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Anyone buying or selling property is required to enter into a Contract of Sale.
The Contract of Sale in the context of a property transaction is the single most important document. It sets at the rights of the parties and provides the parameters or a map as to how the
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In any property transaction, such as the purchase and sale of property, the real estate agent plays a prominent and central role. They represent the seller and are responsible for the facilitation of the sale process.
As such a fiduciary relationship exists between the real estate agent and seller. This