Property
Changing Time - Proposed Amendments to Division of Relationship Property
As society changes, so too should the laws that govern our society...
First Home Purchase Funding - What you need to know
The government announced that effective from 1 October 2019, some...
Buyer Beware: What you need to know before buying at auction
Strong demand in the current market has seen the number of properties...
New Building Act powers with damaged buildings
As a result of the damage caused by the Kaikoura and Wellington...
Overseas Persons Restricted From Buying Residential Land in NZ
One Year On: Overseas Persons Restricted From Buying Residential Land...
Preparation Preparation Preparation
Most people recognise that they need to see their lawyer to plan for...
Commercial Tenants - Do you Understand the Standard Terms of Your Lease?
Most commercial leases in New Zealand are agreed on the standard...
Using land covenants for your benefit
How do developers of upmarket subdivisions ensure that new houses fit...
What to consider with shared ownership of land
When a property is owned by two or more people, there are two methods...
New Restrictions on Overseas Ownership
From on or before 22 October 2018, overseas persons will generally...
The Importance of Checking Property Titles When Buying Property
A property title records what type of property it is (i.e. freehold,...
Commercial leases during the Covid-19 lockdown
Commercial landlords and tenants nationwide are considering the issue...
Purchasing Property - Do I Need a Meth Test?
The contamination of houses by the manufacture or smoking of...
When will I get my keys on settlement day?
Few things in life are more exciting than being handed the keys to...
