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No Paper Title? No Problem. Here’s Why

KEY TAKE-OUTS: Paper Certificates of Title are no longer issued. Since 11 October 2021, New South Wales has operated under a fully electronic conveyancing system, meaning there are no longer hard copy Title Deeds for land ownership. Your ownership has not changed. Although you won’t receive a paper Certificate of Title, your legal ownership is… Read More »No Paper Title? No Problem. Here’s Why

Major Change to SMSF Property Borrowing: What the 10 August 2026 LRBA Reforms Mean for Investors

KEY TAKEAWAYS: New residential SMSF borrowing ends from 10 August 2026 – SMSFs will no longer be able to establish new Limited Recourse Borrowing Arrangements (LRBAs) to purchase residential property. Borrowing remains available for eligible commercial property – SMSFs can continue to use LRBAs to acquire qualifying business real property, subject to existing superannuation rules… Read More »Major Change to SMSF Property Borrowing: What the 10 August 2026 LRBA Reforms Mean for Investors

What is a Shareholders Agreement and Why Does It Matter?

Co-authored by Vishaal Kudupudi KEY INSIGHTS:  A shareholders agreement is a private contract between business owners that sets out how the company will be run, separate from the formal rules in the company constitution Most shareholders agreements are put together when relationships are strong, which is exacly the right time, since they’re designed to protect… Read More »What is a Shareholders Agreement and Why Does It Matter?

Supervised Time in Parenting Proceedings What You Need to Know

KEY TAKE-OUTS: Supervised time may be ordered by the Court where there are concerns about a child’s safety, while still allowing them to maintain a relationship with both parents. Supervision can take place through Children’s Contect Centres, community supervision services, or an approved family member or friend, depending on the circumstances. Supervised parenting arrangements are… Read More »Supervised Time in Parenting Proceedings What You Need to Know

Drug and Alcohol Testing in Family Law Proceedings: What You Need to Know

KEY TAKE-OUTS: The Family Court may order drug and alcohol testing where there are genuine concerns that a parent’s substance use could impact a child’s safety or wellbeing. Different testing methods, including urine, hair follicle, breath, and blood tests, provide evidence over different timeframes depending on the circumstances. A positive test result does not automatically… Read More »Drug and Alcohol Testing in Family Law Proceedings: What You Need to Know

Parenting Agreements: Understanding Parenting Plans and Consent Orders

KEY TAKE-OUTS: Consent Orders are legally binding parenting arrangements approved by the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, while Parenting Plans are informal agreements that are not legally enforceable. Parenting Plans offer greater flexibility and can be changed as your children’s needs evolve, making them suitable for parents who communicate well. Consent Orders provide… Read More »Parenting Agreements: Understanding Parenting Plans and Consent Orders