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Articles from Legal Synthesis on commercial leasing, conveyancing and property law changes in Queensland and Victoria, written for Sunshine Coast landlords, tenants, buyers and sellers.
How QLD First Home Buyer Concessions Could Save You Thousands
For years, Queensland’s first home buyers have been staring at a housing market that seems to move just out of reach every time they save a little more.
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Should You Buy Property Through Your Business? Here’s What Every Owner Should Know
For many Australian business owners, property is more than just bricks and mortar. It’s a strategy, and owning real estate through your company can open the door to tax...
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Victoria’s Short Term Levy Registration Requirements
If you own or manage short stay accommodation in Victoria, there’s an important compliance step you may need to take: registering with the State Revenue Office (SRO)...
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Victorian SRO Short Stay Levy, Part 2: Payment Timing, Thresholds & Record Keeping
In our previous article, we broke down the scope and inclusions of the Victorian Short Stay Levy, introduced to help manage housing supply by targeting short-term...
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Understanding the Victorian SRO Short Stay Levy: What Hosts Need to Know
As of 1 January 2025, Victoria introduced a new Short Stay Levy aimed at addressing housing affordability and availability across the state. This levy, administered by...
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Commencement of Property Law Act 2023 (QLD) delayed
The Property Law Act 2023 (QLD), a significant legislative update, passed Parliament late last year, receiving assent on 2 November 2023. It promised to bring...
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Sun sets on sunset clauses in off-the-plan contracts
Amendments to the Land Sales Act 1984 (QLD) passed the QLD Parliament on 14 November 2023. The amendments strengthen buyer protections by limiting when sunset clauses...
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Key Dates to remember when renewing a retail lease in Victoria
The Retail Leases Act 2003 (Vic) sets out several key dates and processes that both tenants and landlords need to be aware of when renewing retail leases in Victoria...
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Changes to the Sale of Land Disclosure Requirements in Queensland. Is it really Buyer beware?
Are changes to the sale of land disclosure requirements in Queensland shifting the burden from buyer beware? Caveat Emptor or ‘Buyer Beware’ is a real estate concept...
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How the Property Law Bill 2023 is changing commercial leases in Queensland.
In February 2023, the Property Law Bill 2023 (QLD) (Bill) was introduced into the Queensland Parliament following several months of professional feedback. If passed, the...
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Foreign Tax Surcharges on Land. A breach of our International Tax Treaties?
All States and Territories in Australia, except the Northern Territory, currently impose a foreign purchaser surcharge duty on certain acquisitions of property, some...
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