We’re thrilled to receive this fantastic review from one of our valued first home buyers! “Tim helped me buy my first property. He was great at explaining everything and was always easily available to chat when I had questions. He made the process very easy and less stressful. Thanks Tim.” We’re here to make the... Read more » Read more...
Are you thinking of purchasing a unit?
If you are – there are a variety of details we recommend checking before you sign the contract or before it becomes unconditional. For example, if the unit was built in the last 20 years, we recommend checking whether it may contain combustible cladding. Combustible cladding is cladding (outside skin of a building used to... Read more » Read more...
What happens with your existing building plans when you terminate your building contract?
In many contracts, the builder has included a condition that provides that the copyright and intellectual property in the plans remains the property of the builder. This can create issues when obtaining a new builder as you cannot use the plans to finalise the build which is virtually impossible. However, should you find yourself in... Read more » Read more...
Important Notice for Homeowners
If you are a homeowner and your builder faces financial difficulties or collapses during a construction project, we’re here to provide guidance and support during these challenging times. We are experienced property and building lawyers who understand the complexities involved when a builder goes into or threatens liquidation. Our team can assist you in navigating... Read more » Read more...
Are you in the process of building your dream home and wondering how handover happens?
A typical handover process takes the follow steps: 1. An occupancy permit is issued by your Registered Building Surveyor (“RBS”) and is sent to you by your Builder and/or the RBS direct. 2. A Final Claim is issued by your Builder to you. 3. You and your private (expert) inspector would then undergo an inspection... Read more » Read more...
Home Owners – When do you need a registered builder, a major domestic building contract and domestic building insurance?
Home Owners- if your building works are worth more than $10,000.00 then make sure the builder is registered, has given you a major domestic building contract. And if the works are over $16,000.00 make sure you get a certificate of domestic building insurance too. Read more...
Buying A Home – Legal Tips and Traps
Buying a home is the single biggest purchase that most people will make in their lifetime. Whilst buying and selling homes is going on every day of the week, some of those transactions are problematic resulting in stress and financial loss when things go wrong. When you are buying a home, Hendersons Legal, Conveyancing Lawyers,... Read more » Read more...
Owners Corporations, Landlords and Airbnb
Recent decisions by the Victorian Supreme Court are affecting Owners Corporations and Landlords who want to stop short-term Airbnb rentals. Read more...
