Retail and commercial leases: rent renewal
Renewing a lease agreement? Discover key factors affecting rent and how to navigate lease negotiations effectively.
Subdividing the family property – income or capital?
Subdividing your land is a great way to release money for other projects as the prices of Australian real estate continue to climb. However, the tax consequences of subdivision and development are complicated. Getting the details wrong could cost you up to 100% more tax than you would otherwise be required to pay.
What legal issues do you need to look out for in 2025?
With the coming of a new year come new ideas, plans and goals. Sometimes these may come about because of a change in circumstances and needs. In other cases, these may be a necessary undertaking due to a change in law, regulation or requirements. Here are some legal issues that we think will be hot issues in 2025 and our tips to help you navigate them.
Caveats are not security interests
You have loaned someone money in relation to a property, and in return the borrower has agreed to give you an interest in the property. You lodge a caveat, but you are worried about whether you are properly protected if the borrow does not repay you.
Caveats are a protective mechanism that play an important role in property law. However, a caveat is not a ‘security interest’ in the traditional sense, and it is important to consider whether a caveat is the appropriate tool to safeguard your interest.
Booklet: Special Disability Trusts (SDT) (Chapter 9 – Are there beneficial taxation consequences?)
Below is Chapter 9 of our ‘Special Disability Trusts’ booklet. To read the other chapters of our booklet, click the links below: Chapter 1 – What is an SDT? Chapter 2 – What are the requirements of an SDT? Chapter 3 – What can an SDT pay for? Chapter 4 – What are the eligibility […]
Booklet: Special Disability Trusts (SDT) (Chapter 13 – Summary)
Below is Chapter 13 of our ‘Special Disability Trusts’ booklet. To read the other chapters of our booklet, click the links below: Chapter 1 – What is an SDT? Chapter 2 – What are the requirements of an SDT? Chapter 3 – What can an SDT pay for? Chapter 4 – What are the eligibility […]
Booklet: Special Disability Trusts (SDT) (Chapter 12 – What are the ongoing obligations of an SDT?)
Below is Chapter 12 of our ‘Special Disability Trusts’ booklet. To read the other chapters of our booklet, click the links below: Chapter 1 – What is an SDT? Chapter 2 – What are the requirements of an SDT? Chapter 3 – What can an SDT pay for? Chapter 4 – What are the eligibility […]
Booklet: Special Disability Trusts (SDT) (Chapter 11 – Are there any investment restrictions on a SDT?)
Below is Chapter 11 of our ‘Special Disability Trusts’ booklet. To read the other chapters of our booklet, click the links below: Chapter 1 – What is an SDT? Chapter 2 – What are the requirements of an SDT? Chapter 3 – What can an SDT pay for? Chapter 4 – What are the eligibility […]
Booklet: Special Disability Trusts (SDT) (Chapter 10 – What are the administrative requirements of a special disability trust?)
Below is Chapter 10 of our ‘Special Disability Trusts’ booklet. To read the other chapters of our booklet, click the links below: Chapter 1 – What is an SDT? Chapter 2 – What are the requirements of an SDT? Chapter 3 – What can an SDT pay for? Chapter 4 – What are the eligibility […]
Booklet: Special Disability Trusts (SDT) (Chapter 8 – What is the effect of the assets test assessment exemption?)
Below is Chapter 8 of our ‘Special Disability Trusts’ booklet. To read the other chapters of our booklet, click the links below: Chapter 1 – What is an SDT? Chapter 2 – What are the requirements of an SDT? Chapter 3 – What can an SDT pay for? Chapter 4 – What are the eligibility […]