Stand on a ridge above Maleny on a clear morning, and it is easy to fall for a place before asking how you reach it in the wet, or where the water comes from in October. That is a very human way to shop, and nothing here is meant to talk you out of it.

As conveyancing lawyers, our job is to ensure no unwanted surprises after you collect the keys. While we can’t give you definitive tax advice, we can guide you through the legal framework. Here’s what you need to understand about how this tax operates in our state.

Buy a unit in Queensland, and you take on two things: the lot, and a share of every decision the body corporate made before you turned up. A strata search is how you close that gap, and most of the value sits in documents you have to ask for.

If you’ve been keeping a close eye on the property market and federal retirement policy lately, you might have noticed a major shift. Following recent federal budget negotiations, a monumental policy decision has emerged to reshape how everyday Australians build wealth for retirement.

Both administration and liquidation are formal insolvency processes for companies. Both involve control moving away from the directors and into the hands of an independent external appointee. But they are used for different purposes, and the difference matters.

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 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.

Wondering how property conveyancing works in Queensland? Let us help you! We can help facilitate a smooth, clear, and successful residential property transaction. For starters, we have prepared a quick discussion about the local conveyancing process.

Protecting your rights and interests at every stage, a skilled real estate solicitor not only manages the property transaction but also provides you with vital property legal advice. Expert legal advice can make all the difference, whether you’re buying your first home or building your property investment portfolio.

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.

When you're buying or developing property in Australia, it's important to understand any property covenants attached to the land.

As the Executor of a will, you are responsible for ensuring the estate is handled according to the deceased's wishes and in compliance with the law. This guide outlines the essential steps involved in administering an estate under Queensland law, ensuring that all obligations are met, and the estate is distributed fairly and lawfully.

If you have been renting a house or apartment with a friend and you get along well, you might have wondered about joining forces to co-own a property with them. That sounds like a solid idea, but entering into a co-ownership agreement requires carefully evaluating the distribution of costs and ownership.

You have gone to numerous property viewings and participated in multiple auctions — and now, you have finally secured your first home. This moment marks a milestone in your life but also prompts an essential question: who do you need to facilitate the property transfer?

Purchasing a home typically brings a sense of joy and anticipation. Yet, this excitement can swiftly shift to concern when you uncover unapproved structures on the property, such as an unexpected granny flat or a carport. The prospect of having to dismantle these additions post-settlement is not only inconvenient, but quite possibly expensive as well. It therefore raises an important question: Can you walk away from a property purchase contract in such situations? We help explain your rights as a homebuyer in Queensland and guide you on whether you can back out of a house sale.

In a landmark move, the Queensland Government has recently enacted the Body Corporate and Community Management and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2023. This comprehensive bill introduces significant amendments to various acts regulating community title schemes in Queensland. These changes cover a wide range of topics, including the termination of community titles schemes, smoking regulations, pet approvals, vehicle towing, and modifications to the Land Sales Act 1984. In this blog post, we will delve into the key alterations brought about by this welcomed change to legislation.

In a significant development for off-the-plan land buyers in Queensland, recent amendments to the Land Sales Act 1984 have closed a longstanding sunset clause 'loophole.' This blog post explores the implications of these changes, which aims to provide greater protections for buyers involved in off-the-plan land transactions.

Historically for many pensioners in Australia, downsizing their homes after retirement would have had an impact on their pension. The new Social Services and Other Legislation Amendment (Incentivising Pensioners to Downsize) Bill has changed all that with attractive incentives in an effort to encourage pensioners to downsize their homes.

The revamped Help to Buy scheme presents both opportunities and complexities. While it aims to make home ownership more accessible, it comes with its set of criteria and limitations that prospective applicants must closely examine.

We explore the key aspects of navigating project development agreements in Australia to help stakeholders understand the intricacies and help work towards favourable outcomes for all parties involved.