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Trusts: when is a loan really a distribution?
Loans to beneficiaries are often made without proper consideration as to whether the powers being exercised will affect the preservation […]
Tenants in common: when one wants to sell
Property sharing agreements are becoming more prevalent as individuals seek certainty of outcomes, where unforeseen circumstances intervene after property purchases. […]
Recent change to the bright-line test
The new rules around the bright-line test have been hard to miss in recent days, but what do they mean […]
Residential Tenancies Amendment Bill and terminating a tenancy
With over 34 percent of people in New Zealand renting the property they live in, the passing of the Residential […]
Difference between Contracting Out & Relationship Property Agreements
The primary and distinctive difference between contracting out and relationship property agreements relates to the timing and status of a […]
Protection of Personal and Property Rights Act 1988 (PPPR)
The purpose of the PPPR is to protect the personal and property rights of people who are not capable of […]
Rental property standards
The Residential Tenancies Act 1986 requires landlords to provide and maintain rental properties in a reasonable state of repair for […]
COVID-19 LAW CHANGES YOU NEED TO KNOW
There have been some recent temporary law changes due to the COVID-19 Level 4 lockdown. These changes have the aim […]
Overview of Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2019
The Residential Tenancies Amendment Act 2019 (“RTAA”) was passed on 30 July 2019 and came into effect on 27 August […]
Purchasing a property at auction – what you need to know
When purchasing a property, there are generally two ways in which you can achieve this. The first, the traditional offer […]
Types of trusts and their benefits
There are many types of trusts that can be tailored to achieve a specific purpose. The general purpose of a […]
An overview of mortgagee sales
If you buy a property at a mortgagee sale, be aware that you are entering a contract that is quite […]
Alternative Dispute Resolution Series: Arbitration – How can it assist you?
Alternative Dispute Resolution (“ADR”) methods are an alternative option to going directly to court. Using ADR methods instead of pursuing […]
Commercial leases – what to look out for
A commercial lease (Lease) can be a complicated agreement with binding implications for both the landlord and tenant. Before you […]
Cross-leases – What are they and what implications do they have?
Historically, cross-leases were a popular form of dividing land for landowners. This is because owners could avoid certain subdivision restrictions [...]
Terms of trade
Time and time again, we are approached by disgruntled business owners and dissatisfied customers to help resolve disputes arising from [...]
Personal Grievances – What needs to be considered when raising a PG
A personal grievance (PG) is a formal process in which an employee may raise a complaint against their employer if [...]
Property Rates & Inheritance
Who Pays the Rates? – Selling a Property Property Rates are due throughout each respective council’s prescribed rating periods. Payment [...]
Proposed Changes to the Employment Relations Act 2000 – What You Need to be Aware of
An Introduction to Shareholders’ Agreement – Why are they Important?
A shareholders’ agreement (“Agreement”) records the arrangements between the shareholders and directors of a company regarding the ownership, government and […]
Changing Immigration Policies – The Result
New Zealand's immigration landscape has been changing over the last year. New policies were implemented by the former National Government, [...]
What Are My Obligations When Selling a Business?
So, the dream of running your business is over. You may be moving on to your next venture, or setting […]
Enduring Power of Attorney – Everything You Need to Know
The thought of passing over the power of your decision making may seem like a daunting prospect, but what would […]
The Importance of Employee Agreements
As an employer, having a claim brought against you can be an extremely stressful time. As well as potential financial […]
Are You in a De Facto Relationship? It’s Time to Get Protected
What Business Structure is Right for My Business?
Last week we discussed the legal obligations faced by business owners. When you are starting, buying or acquiring a business, […]
Starting a Business – Your Legal Obligations
When it comes to starting a business, apparently we have it the easiest in the world! New Zealand repeatedly hits […]
How Protected Are You When Buying a House?
Nobody said buying a house was easy. It’s likely to be the largest financial commitment you will ever make, so […]
What Happens to My KiwiSaver When I Die?
A KiwiSaver scheme is your investment to a comfortable future. You may have already used the funds to purchase your […]
The Pink Star Breast Cancer Fundraiser
The MBC team are sporting their brightest pinkest outfits and joining thousands of other participants across Auckland in the fight […]
Help! My Partner Wants to Relocate our Children Overseas
Separating when children are involved can be a distressing time, particularly when both parties cannot decide on the immediate future […]
Are You Breaking the Law When Trading Online?
Online businesses give the operator the freedom and flexibility to control the hours they want to work from the convenience […]
Legal Advice: Buying a Business
Buying or acquiring a business is an exciting prospect but one that needs careful due diligence to minimise risk and […]
Sole Traders: When Is it Time to Declare Bankruptcy?
New Zealand is a country of entrepreneurs. When the daily grind and whip of a 9-5 won’t do, we look […]
It’s All in a Name – Protecting Your New Zealand Business
A name can make or break a business. If anyone is familiar with biographical drama, Founder, they will remember the […]
Family Trusts and Protecting Assets
A family trust protects assets by transferring the legal ownership to a trustee. It is a legal arrangement that can […]
Protecting and Patenting Your Business Ideas
Kiwis are an inventive lot; from the bungy to the disposable syringe, if there’s a gap in the market, we […]
Mistakes of the First Home Buyer
Your first property should be an exciting milestone and one that is remembered for the right reasons. We have identified […]
Contesting Wills
The division of an estate belonging a deceased loved one is a sensitive and upsetting time, especially if members of […]
Relationship Property
During the excitement and euphoria of a new relationship, the allusion of your partner taking half your property is likely […]
Your Rights and Tenancy Agreements
Are you a flatmate or a tenant? Do you know the difference? Before you hand over a deposit for your […]
Wills – The Instructions to Your Estate
The will found its origins in Ancient Greece and, like many things, has transitioned with Christianity and the evolution of […]
Your Rights and Shoddy Traders
We have all heard of building horror stories – the company going bust mid build, structures caving in, the wrong […]
Your Lawyer’s Role in the Buying and Selling Process
Buying or selling a house is a big investment – for most of us, it is the biggest decision or […]
Neighbour Disputes – Your Rights
Love thy neighbour? Your house is your safe place, your haven and protection for you and your family, but neighbour […]
Sale and Purchase Agreements
When you are buying, or selling a residential property, you should always have a written sale and purchase agreement. These […]
Changes to the Construction Contract Act
If you are a contractor or sub-contractor, new changes to the law could affect you. As of 31 March 2017, […]
Trust Busters
When it comes to sheltering assets trusts have long been a “go to” and it is estimated there are currently […]

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