HIA and MBA contracts both comply with Victorian building law, but they differ in ways that affect your rights. Knowing where each contract favours the builder helps you negotiate more balanced terms before signing.
Most commercial lease agreement disputes never need to reach a courtroom. Understanding your options for mediation, negotiation, and formal dispute resolution can save your business tens of thousands in legal fees while preserving valuable landlord-tenant relationships.
From July 2026, buying property in Australia will involve more paperwork, more questions, and potentially more delays. The new anti-money laundering laws will affect lawyers, conveyancers, and real estate agents. Understanding these changes now could save your next transaction from stalling at the worst possible moment.
A property contract deadline that seems clear on paper can mean something entirely different in court. Understanding how judges interpret phrases like "7 days prior to settlement" could save you from losing your deposit or missing your chance to terminate.
Most people assume the 10-year limitation period for building defects starts when their building is finished. A 2022 Victorian court decision says otherwise, and the distinction could cost you tens of thousands in unrecoverable rectification costs.
From 1 August 2025, Queensland sheds its "buyer beware" reputation with a mandatory seller disclosure regime. A new statutory form will require sellers to reveal specific property details upfront or risk the buyer terminating the contract.