Love Thy Neighbour? Common neighbourhood disputes.
Disputes often arise between neighbours, usually when a problem on or close to the common…
Online reviews – Fair enough or Fairly best avoided?
In these modern hyper-connected times, it seems like almost every product or service provider asks…
What happens if I die without a Will?
If you do not have a valid will in place when you pass away, it…
Insolvency reform in the post-Covid19-lockdown era
As we reported last year, the Queensland and Federal Governments introduced a range of temporary…
The do’s and don’ts of lending money to family and friends.
Thinking of loaning money to family or friends? Read this first to help you protect…
COVID-19: Changes to Corporations Act allow Companies to hold meetings online
The Federal Government has recently passed laws allowing companies to convene annual general meetings, and…
Foreign investors: Have you lodged your annual vacancy fee returns with the ATO?
If you are a foreign person who owns residential property in Australia, you may need…
COVID-19 – Rental Relief Restrictions Lifted for SMSF Landlords
Normally, a Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) that owns property would not be able to grant…
COVID-19 Code of Conduct for Commercial Tenancies – What are your new obligations or entitlements?
The State and Federal Governments have recently announced a suite of measures designed to provide…
COVID-19 – Negotiating financial relief with your Banks and Creditors
Experiencing financial difficulties and need advice and help negotiating with your Bank/Landlord/Creditors or Suppliers?
COVID-19 and your Commercial Lease
Keep up to date with the latest Government announcements affecting commercial tenancy agreements.
COVID-19 Update – We are open for business
We want to personally reach out to all of our valued clients, partners and colleagues…
COVID-19 and your Contracts – will Coronavirus cancel your Contract?
As Coronavirus spreads throughout Australia and the world, measures introduced by governments to slow the…
Testimonial – Tim & Kelsey Patterson
Buying your first home is always stressful, but imagine if a week before settlement, you…
“Cyber Fraud: Where did my money go and what can I do about it?”
As the internet and other technologies are opening new possibilities for businesses, they also provide…
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW WHEN SELLING A DENTAL PRACTICE
Selling a dental practice or restructuring ownership interests can be a complex process. This type…
10 Reasons why you need to update your Will
Your Will needs to change as your life changes. So even though you have a…
News Flash! Directors to be personally liable for unpaid GST
A Bill passed by the Senate in February 2020 will mean directors can be personally…
News Flash: Congratulations Lauren Black on your promotion!
We are delighted to announce the promotion of Lauren Black to Associate at Plastiras Lawyers.…
Case Study: How we helped a buyer move into their property within 1 week of signing a contract!
We recently helped a client who wanted to settle their purchase of a residential unit…
News Flash: New Incentives for First Home Buyers!
Brisbane City Council is offering financial incentive and relief to first home buyers by providing…
Newsflash: New REIQ Contracts editions released!
The Real Estate Institute Queensland (REIQ) and the Queensland Law Society have released new editions…
Your guide for getting a Business ready for sale.
Selling a business is complex and requires careful planning. Here is our guide on the…
Newsflash: Say Goodbye to Paper Certificates of Title!
From 1 October 2019, paper Certificates of Title issued in Queensland will no longer have…
Illegal Phoenix Activity: What is it and what is Parliament doing to stop it?
On 13 February 2019, Parliament proposed a package of new reforms to combat the issue…
Newsflash: New motor vehicle ‘lemon laws’ passed to protect buyers
From 1 September 2019, new laws take effect giving greater protection to buyers of defective…
8 things you need to know when buying residential property
Buying a property is often one of the biggest investments you will make. Here are…
NEWS FLASH: We are Proud Sponsors of “Bomb Barred” in the Mystery Box Rally!
We are Proud Sponsors of “Bomb Barred” in the Mystery Box Rally!
Restraint of trade clauses in contracts – is yours enforceable?
Has your business partner, franchisee or employee recently left your business and set up shop…
Land tax recovery for landlords – Is this clause in my lease?
Are you a landlord of a commercial property? It’s a good time to review your…
News Flash: Ben Sindel is now a Nationally Accredited Mediator!
Congratulations to our head of Dispute Resolution, Ben Sindel, for becoming a Nationally Accredited Mediator,…
What you need to know when Buying a Dental Practice
Buying a dental practice can be a complex process, but with the right advice you…
News Flash: Deadline Changes for Combustible Cladding
On May 14 2019, it was announced the Queensland Building and Construction Commission have extended…
Safe Harbour Reforms – Is it safe to sink in the harbour of insolvency?
Changes to the Corporations Act now provides protection to company directors from personal liability for…
News Flash: Jump Swim School, the ACCC and Freezing Orders. What Now?
All Jump! Swim School franchisees or potential franchisees need to be aware of the recent…
The difference between Joint Tenancy and Tenancy in Common
When two or more people purchase a property, the buyers must nominate whether they will…
What you need to know when Buying a gym
Owning your own fitness centre or gym can be a lucrative and rewarding experience. But…
5 ways to improve your business cash flow
For many businesses, extending credit to their customers is simply part of the service. However,…
What you need to know when Selling a Pharmacy
Selling a pharmacy or restructuring ownership interests in a pharmacy can be a complex process.…
PPSR – Is your registration about to lapse?
You should regularly check the expiry dates of your PPSR registrations and diarise their renewal…