News and Insights
Despite last year’s shortfalls for Australia’s Housing Accord, the opportunity awaiting conveyancers remains strong
The Federal Government’s push for high-density housing is accelerating across the nation. This urgency follows a significant shortfall from the National Housing Accord 2025 target,
Building a successful strategy to manage RBA rate volatility
For conveyancers and property lawyers, the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) cash rate isn’t just an economic headline.
From processor to architect: How the evolving AI frontier will empower lawyers and conveyancers
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly moving beyond simple admin automation in conveyancing.
The essential role of final title searches in property transactions
For property lawyers and conveyancers, the property settlement process is complex, requiring careful management to protect clients from potential legal and financial risks. A recent New South Wales Supreme Court case has underscored the critical need for conducting final title searches, which serve as a vital layer of security in transferring property ownership.
eConveyancing in Western Australia
Property settlements in Western Australia have gone through a major change over the years with electronic conveyancing being introduced. Standalone transfers in Western Australia were mandated back in December of 2018, however there are still exemptions for certain scenarios that require paper settlement/lodgment and are currently out of scope for eConveyancing in Western Australia.
Movement on the Queensland eConveyancing mandate
Movement on the Queensland eConveyancing mandate In March 2022, The Queensland Department of Resources announced a six week consultation period on the proposed regulation to mandate electronic
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.
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
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
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
