The evolution of property settlements: emphasising due diligence in eConveyancing

The evolution of property settlements: emphasising due diligence in eConveyancing Property settlements have evolved significantly from the days of face-to-face transactions, requiring meetings, phone calls, wet signatures, and witnesses. The advent of electronic settlements has streamlined the process, making it more efficient. However, the importance of due diligence in eConveyancing remains paramount. Here are some […]

Achieving your business goals in 2024

Achieving business goals 2024

Achieving your business goals in 2024 As the legal landscape in Australia continues to evolve, the dawn of a new year presents a golden opportunity for lawyers and conveyancers to reflect on their practices and set ambitious business goals. In a world driven by efficiency and speed, the importance of streamlining processes cannot be overstated. […]

How your firm can thrive this holiday season with SettleIT

How your firm can thrive this holiday season with SettleIT The holiday season is usually a time of year for people to wind down and take a break, however firms and business owners often have more responsibilities to consider during this period. Running a firm can be demanding at the best of times but Christmas […]

Electronic settlements – the vital steps

Electronic settlements – the vital steps Property settlement day is one of the most exciting days in a lot of people’s lives. Clients have been through the process of purchasing a property, exchanging contracts, and perhaps sitting through a 5 day “cooling off” period and are now awaiting the final piece of the puzzle to […]

How to market yourself and your firm

How to market yourself and your firm Is marketing a great way of investing in yourself and your firm? Well, yes, it is! Marketing yourself and your business effectively involves a combination of strategies, and tactics to reach your target audience, build brand awareness, and generate leads as well as sales.    The way to market yourself and your firm […]

Awakening from the pandemic

Awakening from the pandemic The question in my mind has been whether to convert my law firm’s beautiful office on Melbourne’s riverfront into a nightclub. It certainly hasn’t been used much as an office over the past two years. In recent weeks, Melbourne’s CBD and riverfront have become busy again, but only after business hours. People are […]

Growing your business as a sole practitioner without sacrificing work-life balance

Growing your business as a sole practitioner without sacrificing work-life balance Meeting client demand while maintaining a desirable work-life balance as a sole practitioner can be challenging. Do you want to take on more clients, but don’t have enough time? Here’s three tips to maximise your time to allow you to grow your business.  1. […]

Progress towards interoperability in the Electronic Lodgment Network Operator (ELNO) space

Progress towards interoperability in the Electronic Lodgment Network Operator (ELNO) space We have seen significant progress in the Australia property industry in recent years towards the adoption of online electronic conveyancing systems and processes. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated this adoption as the community had to rely on digital and electronic solutions to connect with one […]

How outsourcing administration not only saves you time, but makes you money

How outsourcing administration not only saves you time, but makes you money Your time is valuable, and in the legal industry, it’s billable. Reducing the amount of time you spend on administration is not simply a measure to get more hours out of the day; it’s a measure that can drastically save and make you […]

How to make property matters easier when your firm doesn’t specialise in property law

How to market yourself and your firm Is marketing a great way of investing in yourself and your firm? Well, yes, it is! Marketing yourself and your business effectively involves a combination of strategies, and tactics to reach your target audience, build brand awareness, and generate leads as well as sales.    The way to market yourself and your firm […]