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Estate Planning (EP) is a crucial step in ensuring that your assets are managed and distributed according to your wishes following your passing. There are a variety of tools that can assist in safeguarding your estate, including the use of trusts, which provide flexibility and effectiveness in achie

An employer has the right to dismiss an employee summarily (that is, without notice), in circumstances where an employee engages in any act or omission that amounts to "serious misconduct". Regulation 1.07(2) of the Fair Work Regulations 2009 (Cth) defines serious misconduct to include:

What should you consider as part of your Estate Planning Asset Protection and Wealth Management Strategy?

The New South Wales government is considering implementing a decennial (10 year) liability insurance scheme for new residential strata developments, marking a significant shift in the way building defects are managed and rectified. This proposal aims to provide better protection for apartment owners

It is by no means uncommon for a builder to carry out additional works that were not in your building contract. You may be thinking: "why should I pay for something I didn't choose – I have already paid my part!" Unfortunately, there are some circumstances where the builder does have the right to ma

Previously, individuals who owned and occupied a property as their principal place of residence (PPR) were exempt from paying annual Land Tax, provided they met the eligibility criteria. However, the 2023/2024 New South Wales State Government budget announcement amended the Land Tax Management Act 1