The importance of having a valid will
Misconceptions of wills The following are common misconceptions of wills: Your estate will automatically go to your spouse and/or children. This is not always the case. If you die without…
What You Should Know About Zoning
When building you may be unfamiliar with many of the terms used in the construction arena but this should not become a cause for legal disputes that can impair your…
Are you purchasing a toxic mould nightmare?
This blog is from AMC Ozone So often we see these days innocent families purchasing their family homes are unaware of the potential hidden dangers of toxic mould, lurking behind…
Changes to smoke alarm laws
As of 1 January 2017, the Queensland laws regarding smoke alarms in residential properties changed. These changes were prompted following the fatal house fire in Slacks Creek in 2011 where…
Cartoon showing a neighbor's backyard. They have cannons pointing to the next door neighbor's house. The wife says, "Have we done something to upset the neighbors?"
Having a fence dispute with your neighbour?
In Queensland, disputes about dividing fences are covered under 'The Neighbourhood Disputes (Dividing Fences and Trees) Act of 2011. Disputes between neighbours regarding dividing fences are quite common, and they…
Legal requirements for warning signs near pools
Having a pool is a great way to improve the resale value of a residential building. In commercial establishments like hotels, as well, pools are a simple and effective…
Understanding positive and negative easements
Easements make it easy for property owners to enjoy the full benefit of their land even if it is, in any way, dependent on another property. The simplest example of…
Reasons to Set Up a Trust to Buy Your Property
When you purchase a property, you can buy it in your personal name, a company name or even a trust. The trust must be set up before hand and have a…
The benefits of buying a property “Off the Plan”
“Off the plan” properties are those on which titles have not yet been obtained. It could be that constructions has not yet begun, or that the development needs final certifications…
Parenting arrangements: What are they and what are the alternatives?
Parents are responsible for their children until they reach the age of 18 years. This responsibility does not change even when there is a change in the status of the…