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THE NEW AML/CTF REGIME: WHEN COMPLIANCE LOSES TOUCH WITH COMMERCIAL REALITY
Australia’s expanded anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing regime was intended to strengthen the integrity of the financial system. That objective is difficult to criticise. No responsible professional opposes sensible measures
EARLY RELEASE OF DEPOSIT IN VICTORIA: WHAT PURCHASERS NEED TO KNOW BEFORE AGREEING
When buying property in Victoria, the deposit (which typically can be up to 10% of the purchase price) is paid on signing the contract and held securely in trust until
NEW AML/CTF RULES FOR REAL ESTATE AGENTS: WHAT SELLING AND BUYER’S AGENTS NEED TO KNOW
From 1 July 2026, selling agents and buyer’s agents across Australia will face important new obligations under the country’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) laws. These reforms aim to
NEGATIVE GEARING AND CAPITAL GAINS TAX (CGT) CHANGES – WHAT THE 2026 BUDGET MEANS FOR PROPERTY ACROSS AUSTRALIA
BUDGET UPDATE: 29 JUNE 2026 Further superannuation-related property changes have been announced since the 2026 Budget, with potential implications for buyers intending to purchase residential investment property through a self-managed
10 HOT TIPS ON COMPLETING THE NEW QUEENSLAND REIQ CONTRACT (FIRST EDITION)
Putting the new Seller Disclosure Form 2 to one side, the new REIQ Contract (First Edition) has a number of changes that you should be aware of. Please see below
WHAT HAPPENS TO CONVEYANCING CONTRACTS OVER CHRISTMAS 2025
It’s crazy to say that another year is almost over and the Christmas season will be upon us before we know it. With the approaching Christmas period, it is important
NEW SELLER DISCLOSURE IN QUEENSLAND
From 1 August 2025, Queensland will implement a comprehensive statutory seller disclosure regime under the Property Law Act 2023 (Qld) and associated regulations. This marks a significant shift from the
PURCHASING IN A NON-FUNCTIONING BODY CORPORATE (OWNERS CORPORATION)
Purchasing in a non-functioning body corporate (Owners Corporation) We are seeing several buyers purchase properties in non-functioning body corporates (owners corporations) across Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. BELOW WE
TITLE INSURANCE
Title Insurance As the name suggests, title insurance is a type of insurance that helps protect buyers and existing homeowners against financial loss caused by unexpected issues relating to the
