Changes to the Fair Trading Act

Changes to the Fair Trading Act The Fair Trading Amendment Act 2021 came into force…

Epidemic Preparedness Notice still in place for commercial leases and mortgages

In May 2020 temporary law changes were made to the Property Law Act 2007 (“the…

Attribution vs market salary rules

The introduction of the 39% tax rate for individuals who earn over $180,000 from 1…

Family Protection Act Claims

The Family Protection Act (“the Act”) is utilised by certain classes of family members who…

Ever thought about writing your own Will?

Ever thought about skipping that visit to your lawyer and writing your own will? While…

Trees under the Emissions Trading Scheme (Pre and post 1990)

As climate change issues come more clearly into focus, so do the relevance and effects…

An overview of Occupation Right Agreements

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Mistakes in property marketing material

One of the clearly defined and longstanding requirements regarding the sale and purchase of land…

What are Wills & Enduring Powers of Attorney?

Wills & Enduring Powers of Attorney documents are likely some of the most important documents…

Residential Land Withholding Tax – When and who pays it?

Residential Land Withholding Tax – When and who pays it? What is Residential Land Withholding…

Thinking of Buying a Business?

Buying a business can be both exciting and daunting. It is likely to be one…

Maintenance agreements

Land Information New Zealand (“LINZ”) controls the holding of certificates of title in respect of…