A QLD commercial lease is a completely different prospect compared to residential property. The stakes are higher, the documents are more comprehensive, and a set-and-forget mentality can lead to expensive disputes if you aren’t careful.

Whether you’re securing a lease for a new shop or opening a credit account with a major supplier, you’ll likely be asked to sign a Director’s Guarantee. But before you pick up the pen, you need to understand exactly what you are putting on the line.

Is it better to build or buy a house? For first home buyers, choosing whether to build or buy is often driven by lifestyle considerations such as location, timing and design. From a legal perspective, however, they are fundamentally different transactions.

In Queensland, the statutory Will acts as a powerful legal safety net, allowing the court to step in and protect a person’s dignity and intentions when they cannot do so themselves. As succession lawyers, we’ve created this quick guide to explain how this process ensures assets are distributed according to a person's likely wishes rather than a rigid legal formula.

When the business numbers stop adding up, two terms often start flying around: insolvency and insolvent trading . While they sound similar, they represent different legal realities. We believe that understanding these concepts isn’t just for accountants; it’s also a vital survival skill for every director.

We often tell our clients that while residential and commercial transactions share the same goal, which is the transfer of title, the journey to get there requires a completely different set of tools. Read what you need to know about the differences between these two property transactions.

Bradley & Bray celebrates 50 years of legal service on the Sunshine Coast this year. We reflect on the firm’s journey over five decades, from its beginnings in 1976 through to its focus today on innovation, leadership, and client service.

Whether you are looking at a boutique café in Mooloolaba or a mechanical workshop in Nambour, understanding the meaning of a WIWO or Walk-In/Walk-Out business sale contract can be the difference between a smooth takeover and a legal headache.

There has been a lot of talk about the “Government Windfall” – the millions of dollars in deceased estates in QLD that end up sitting in government accounts. But how does a life’s work end up in the hands of the state, and is there a way to find it?

In a typical property transaction, transfer duty can be a significant financial hurdle. But the Queensland Government recognises that keeping farms in the family is vital for our economy and community. Learn about the specific family farm exemption that can potentially reduce the stamp duty bill to zero.

Providing a financial leg-up to loved ones can be a rewarding experience. However, moving a significant sum of gift money or transferring an asset is never as simple as you might expect. Read on to get a good start in making a well-informed decisions about gifting.

Estate planning isn’t about anticipating the worst, it’s about protecting the people you love most if life takes an unexpected turn. Many young Queensland families delay making a will but is just as important for parents in their 20s, 30s and 40s as it is for older people.

Inheritance isn’t just about who gets the vintage watch or the family home; it’s a regulated process governed primarily by the Succession Act of Queensland. We help shed light on the topic of inheritance and succession and break down the essentials.

While it’s natural to focus on the emotional side of a business closing down, the legal and financial necessities are critical. We’re here to simplify the complex steps involved in winding down a business in Queensland.

When you’re buying property with another person, be it a spouse, business partner, family member, or friend, you face a fundamental legal question: how will you hold the title? We discuss these two fundamental types of property ownership under Queensland law and help you decide which one to choose.

Nowadays, many people choose to gift or pass down their property to their children as an act of love as well as a meaningful way to help them build financial stability or secure a family home.

Discover how Queensland’s new Property Law Act 2023 impacts agent commissions and Seller Disclosure Statements (SDS). Learn why incomplete or inaccurate disclosures could now trigger commission payments even if a sale doesn’t proceed.

We’ve seen firsthand how effective legal frameworks can protect, grow, and transition family businesses. Here’s why legal planning is essential, and how to get it right.

When it comes to buying or selling a home, most people focus on price negotiations, buyer conditions, and the paperwork. But one of the most important, and often overlooked, steps is the move-out timeline.

We take charge of supporting all clients across Queensland to deal with the complexities of estate administration. Here are seven of the most common executor mistakes and several expert tips on how to avoid them.