The Surprising Truth About Property Lawyers and Your Real Estate Deals: Avoiding Mistakes When Choosing a Property Lawyer

Introduction

You might have heard the adage: “The three most important things in real estate are location, location, location.” While true, this barely scratches the surface, especially when dealing with commercial real estate transactions in Australia. Here, one of the biggest mistakes when choosing a property lawyer is to underestimate their role. Behind every prime location and every sealed deal, there’s an intricate labyrinth of legalities that can make or break your investment. A property lawyer can be your guiding light through this maze.

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Cost Saving Property Transactions: How to Save Thousands on Your Next Property Transaction

Introduction

Over the years, we helped hundreds of clients navigate the choppy waters of property transactions, helping them save thousands along the way. Property transactions can be costly affairs, but with the right knowledge and strategies, you can significantly cut down on expenses. In this article, I’ll share some of my best tips and tricks, from choosing the right property to leveraging government grants.

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This image depicts a tranquil residential neighbourhood in Canberra, illustrating the sought-after property market in the city. It's the perfect setting for understanding the importance of a Section 17 Certificate when buying a residential property, reinforcing the need for knowledge and preparation in this complex process.

Navigating Canberra’s Residential Property Market: The Role of the Section 17 Certificate

When embarking on the journey of buying a residential property in Canberra, understanding the legal protocols is a must. Notably, the concept of a cooling-off period and the Section 17 Certificate hold significant importance. This certificate is vital when a buyer opts to shorten or waive the cooling-off period. But what happens if no such certificate is issued? Let’s dive deeper into these legalities.

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2023 Changes to the ACT tenancy laws

The ACT Tenancy Laws

The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) Government introduced new tenancy laws on November 1, 2019, which were designed to provide more security for tenants and to ensure that landlords could not take advantage of a tight rental market to extract higher rents or evict tenants without cause. These changes included limiting rent increases, establishing minimum standards for rental properties, and limiting the amount of rental bonds that could be charged.

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