All residential properties being sold in Queensland need to have compliant smoke alarms installed by settlement. The compliance standard is contained in regulations. Smoke alarms must be interconnected, in every bedroom and hallway in the property. Failure to install...Read More
On 20 February 2023, the use of e-Conveyancing was mandated in Queensland. This means that all sales and purchases of residential land (and certain other matters) must occur online. Apart from limited exceptions, the days of meeting in person and passing documents and...Read More
Amendments to the conditions of standard Residential Contracts in Queensland mean that all Sellers and Buyers have the choice to extend the Settlement Date for up to 5 business days. To trigger this right, the notice must be given in the approved form, in writing and...Read More
Buying and Selling property over Christmas can be both an exciting and challenging time with parties often wanting to settle Contracts as soon as possible. It is important to carefully consider how this time of year impacts on the parties’ rights under the Contract....Read More
Where the is smoke there is fire When selling property it is important to understand a Seller’s disclosure obligations with regard to safety switches and smoke alarms. Question Does a Seller need to accurately disclose the existence of smoke alarms and safety...Read More
