

When Finance Falls Through: A Lesson for Buyers
A failed $3.7 million property purchase, a forfeited $370,000 deposit, and a buyer who couldn't convince the Supreme Court to return it. It's a timely reminder that in NSW, your finance needs to be locked in before you sign, because when a deal collapses, getting your deposit back is far harder than you might think
1 day ago


Beyond the Purchase Price: The Hidden Dangers in Strata Records
The levies quoted in the listing are not the whole story. A recent NSW Appeal Panel decision confirms that an owners corporation cannot satisfy its disclosure obligations by handing over a disorganised pile of files — and for buyers, that distinction can be worth tens of thousands of dollars.
Aug 12


Ruan & Chui (No 3): Third Party Joinder in Property Proceedings
Your ex says the house belongs to their mother. The money went to their sister's company. Can those relatives be pulled into your property proceedings — and what happens to them once they are? A 2023 Federal Circuit and Family Court decision shows the test for joinder in action.
Aug 5


Threatening a Pet Can Be Intimidation
He said he'd rather kill the puppy than hand it over — and argued that wasn't a threat. A NSW District Court appeal explains why the law disagreed.
Jul 30



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