Helping our partners adapt to business in a COVID world
Ongoing lockdowns, uncertainty and an increasingly fast-paced property market have been just a few of the hallmarks of COVID-19’s impact on the Australian property industry. …
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Latest news on electronic signing of documents by companies during COVID-19 lockdowns
The federal government has passed temporary legislation to allow companies to: • execute documents electronically; • hold meetings remotely and digitally; and • keep …
No more paper certificates of title in NSW - land titles system to be 100% electronic
The Registrar General of NSW has declared that 11 October 2021 is the day on which all certificates of title will be abolished, known as ‘cessation day’. This welcome change …
New stamp duty savings in the ACT
There has been a major change to stamp duty (also known as conveyance duty) for off the plan purchases of apartments and townhouses in the ACT. An off the plan purchase is …
Community title - Western Australia’s new land tenure system
WA’s newest form of land tenure – a community title – will become available on 30 June 2021 when the Community Titles Act 2018 takes effect. What is community title? You may …
Common contract conditions for home buyers in Queensland
Buying a home, especially for the first time, can be very confusing and the process can at times move very quickly! It is important to make sure you understand what …
Lawlab – How we deliver conveyancing – A connected digital experience
Buying a property is a big endeavor, whether it’s your first home or your next investment the process can feel daunting. Having access to the right information and advice can …
It’s not too late to take advantage of COVID-19 incentives for residential property buyers
A lot has changed in the last year and federal and state governments have introduced a range of incentives to help the property and construction industries through the …
Property investors: don't let Coronavirus (COVID-19) impact your property conveyancing
COVID-19 pandemic induced border closures have restricted the movement of people across borders but this shouldn't mean you can't transact and complete the settlement of a property interstate.
Referral fees for agents
Give your buyers and sellers the best conveyancing experience and be rewarded for it Real estate agents can receive a referral fee from lawlab for successful referrals. That …