Family Guarantees for Property Loans in Australia: What Parents and Guarantors Need to Know If you are a parent considering helping your child buy their first home, or perhaps supporting an investment purchase, a personal guarantee on a property loan is a common way families bridge the gap in today’s Australian market. It is a…
AML/CTF Reforms: Essential Updates for Property Professionals in Australia Australia’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) regime is expanding, bringing new obligations to the real estate sector under the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Amendment Act 2024. Effective from 1 July 2026, these reforms target Tranche 2 entities to curb risks in high-value property transactions….
Collective Sales of Strata Schemes in NSW: How the 75% Strata Renewal Process Actually Works If you own an older apartment building in Sydney or anywhere in NSW you have probably heard talk of a “collective sale”, where all owners in the block join forces to sell to a developer. It is also known as…
When Neighbours Become Co Sellers: Common Pitfalls in Amalgamation Deals With Developers Introduction Many amalgamation sales do not start with a developer knocking on your door—they start with a conversation over the fence. A neighbour suggests combining blocks to increase value, then another joins in, and before long you are exploring a group sale to…
What Every First‑Time Developer of Off‑the‑Plan Homes in NSW Needs to Know Setting the Scene: Off‑the‑Plan, but Not Off‑the‑Radar Becoming a developer in the off‑the‑plan space is exciting, and yes, a little complex but in the best possible Property Law Firm way. Whether you’re a seasoned investor diversifying or a real‑estate rookie with a vision,…
Queensland’s New Seller Disclosure Laws: What You Need to Know Before Selling Property If you’re planning to sell land, a home, or a commercial property in Queensland, you’d better buckle up. A major legal facelift is coming, one that will change how vendors share information with buyers and likely raise a few eyebrows along the…
Independent Legal Advice on Loan Documents More Than Just a Box-Ticking Exercise We get it. When your lender or broker tells you that you need independent legal advice on your loan documents, it can feel like an extra cost you don’t need. After all, most people understand the basic nature of loan documents: you borrow…
Commercial Landlords: Key Changes Coming Under Queensland’s New Property Law Act 2023 From 1 August 2025, commercial landlords in Queensland will be operating under a new legal framework, thanks to the introduction of the Property Law Act 2023 (Qld). While not a seismic shift, the Act introduces some substantial changes that will affect how you…
Flood-Prone Land: What Buyers Need to Know Before Purchasing Australia is no stranger to severe weather, but recent floods—particularly in New South Wales—have pushed the issue to the forefront for property buyers. With thousands of homes damaged and entire towns temporarily isolated, understanding flood risk is no longer a niche concern—it’s essential. At Jaide Law,…
Who’s Really Responsible? What Commercial Property Owners Need to Know About WHS Obligations Owning commercial property might feel like you’ve hit the jackpot—steady income, appreciating value, and the occasional coffee with your property manager. But there’s one crucial area where many investors stumble: work health and safety (WHS) obligations. Spoiler alert: Hiring a property manager…