Chattels in Sale and Purchase Agreements – Being Clear Matters
When buying or selling residential property in New Zealand, one issue that frequently causes post-settlement disputes is the distinction between
Understanding Easements
When you buy or own property in New Zealand, you may come across the term easement. Easements are a common
Why Retirement Villages Require Enduring Powers of Attorney
When moving into a retirement village in New Zealand, new residents are usually asked to have an Enduring Power of
Trust Property Sales: Simplified Rules but Ongoing Responsibilities
Recent changes to New Zealand’s Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism Act (AML/CFT) have eased compliance requirements for family
Understanding Separate vs Relationship Property
Under the Property (Relationships) Act 1976 (PRA), everything a couple owns is sorted into two baskets when they separate or
Statutory Demands: What Creditors and Companies Need to Know
If a company owes a debt and hasn’t paid, creditors in New Zealand have a legal tool known as a statutory
Why You Should Have Enduring Powers of Attorney in Place
Planning ahead isn’t just about writing a will – it also involves ensuring that trusted people can make decisions for