Vendors and buyers take note, changes have occurred to the standard Sale and Purchase Agreement form used by most agents and lawyers when buying or selling property. … Read More
Change is coming for the 1.5 million people currently renting their home in New Zealand. Amendments proposed to the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) will put more power in the hands of tenants. The RTA is the primary piece of law governing landlords and tenants renting houses in New Zealand. … Read More
Was the New Zealand public tricked over the threats on methamphetamine contamination or is the threat still real?… Read More
There are a variety of ways parents and children can acquire property together, and there are risks and benefits to each structure.… Read More
If you sell a residential property in New Zealand within a certain timeframe, you must pay income tax on any gains, unless it’s your main home or other exemption applies.… Read More
Having a good lawyer on your side can help you avoid potential pitfalls, make the most of your KiwiSaver and sail into a smooth settlement.… Read More
In this issue: employment matters, the Privacy Bill 2018 and land covenants.… Read More
New rules about an overseas person acquiring land in New Zealand came into force in October 2018.… Read More
With summer approaching, it is important you are up to date with your rights and obligations as a landlord.… Read More
With property prices around the country reaching record highs, many people are looking to relocatable houses as a faster or more cost-effective option.… Read More