Three ways you can remain productive and effective when working remotely

Three ways you can remain productive and effective when working remotely In the current climate, working from home or away from the office has become a necessity rather than simply making headway towards a flexible working arrangement. Now more than ever, the health and safety of people is leading the way. But even during times like these one big question remains; are we as equally productive at home as we are in the office? Do we get more or less work done working from the comfort of home? Some will argue they are more productive with less noise and interruptions, while others find tasks to complete around the home that distract them from work. So how do we combat this? Here are three tips and tools to ensure your firm can continue to work anywhere at any time, combatting that productivity lag.  Think about how you communicate with staff and clients If you’ve been working from home for a while, there might be a sense of isolation from your team. It’s important to use tools beyond email and instant messaging that replicate the feeling of being together. Video programs like Zoom and Microsoft Teams are easy to use and allow

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Queensland reduces paperwork in property conveyancing

Queensland reduces paperwork in property conveyancing Earlier this year, QLD parliament passed a bill amending the Land Title Act 1994 so that paper Certificate’s of Title (CT), will no longer have any legal effect. This will be in place from today, October 1st, 2019. This bill means that a paper CT will become a piece of history, with only sentimental value. Previously, every property in Queensland was issued with a paper Certificate of Title. The certificate was always required as evidence of your ownership of your property. Consequently, lost or stolen certificates raised huge issues for a homeowner. As a homeowner, you will no longer need to protect this very important piece of paper. You are also not required to deliver this piece of paper to Settlement should you choose to sell in the future. After today, you will no longer be the option to lodge a Form 19 application for certificate of title. In the shift towards paperless, NSW recently mandated electronic settlements from July 1st, 2019. Prior to the mandate, there were some practitioners keen to embrace e-settlements. Equally however, there were also those who felt like the mandate was thrust upon them. It is these firms that

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