Land Tax NSW 2026by Nelly Tong26 February 202625 February 2026KEY TAKE-OUTS: Land Tax in NSW applies to the combined land value of taxable properties (excluding your principal place of residence). Land Tax in NSW… Read More »Land Tax NSW 2026
Should Vendors Accept a 5% Deposit in NSW?by Nelly Tong19 February 202613 February 2026KEY TAKE-OUTS: Why we are seeing an increase to requests for a reduced deposit of 5% Potential risks to accepting a 5% deposit when you… Read More »Should Vendors Accept a 5% Deposit in NSW?
Should I Buy an Off-the-Plan Strata Unit NSW?by Nelly Tong29 December 202513 February 2026KEY TAKE-OUTS: Buying an off-the-plan strata unit means committing before the building and strata scheme exist. Strata fees, by-laws, layouts, and completion dates may change… Read More »Should I Buy an Off-the-Plan Strata Unit NSW?
“Off-the-Plan” property purchases and Transfer Duty: What you need to knowby Nelly Tong25 November 202519 November 2025KEY TAKE-OUTS: What is an “off-the-plan” purchase When is Transfer (Stamp) Duty payable First Home Buyers Assistance Scheme (FHBAS) for “off-the-plan” purchases What is an… Read More »“Off-the-Plan” property purchases and Transfer Duty: What you need to know
Landlord Guide: Selling a Property with Tenants or Vacant Possession in NSWby Nelly Tong17 November 202513 February 2026KEY TAKE-OUTS: What does “vacant possession” and “subject to existing tenancies” mean? What are the grounds on which you can end a tenancy agreement? As… Read More »Landlord Guide: Selling a Property with Tenants or Vacant Possession in NSW
Upcoming Changes to the Home Guarantee Schemeby Nelly Tong16 September 2025KEY TAKE-OUTS: The scheme starts on 1 October 2025 Through the Home Guarantee Scheme, Housing Australia provides a guarantee to the lender, allowing eligible buyers… Read More »Upcoming Changes to the Home Guarantee Scheme