Everyday Exemptions Under the Duties Act 2001 (Qld) Article by Christopher Lee The Duties Act 2001 (Qld) (Act) governs the imposition of transfer duty on property acquisitions in Queensland.  It applies to a variety of property (see section 10 of the Act for a full outline) and is not

Breaking Down Building and Pest Inspection Conditions Article by Hamish Burke Unless you are buying at auction, most contracts of sale for property in Queensland include a building and pest inspection condition.  Buyers who have the benefit of a building and pest inspection condition

First Home (New Home) Concession The First Home (New Home) Concession may be applicable to you if you are planning on purchasing a new home, or a substantially renovated home, which has not been previously occupied since it was built or renovated. A home is considered a ‘substantially

Making a Claim for Compensation against an Estate Correct advice and proper Estate Planning can help prevent claims for compensation against an Estate – consider this scenario: In 2002, Mary drafted a Will leaving her house to her daughter Alice. The rest of her estate is to be