Insight Buying or selling property? How to avoid property payment scams Before you pay a property deposit, settlement funds or a related invoice, pause and independently confirm the bank details by phone, even when the request looks genuine. The Christmas ‘silly season’ can add extra pressure to an already busy property transaction. Between work deadlines, school events, travel plans and family commitments, it is easy to feel you need to deal with a payment request straight away. If you are trying to settle before the holidays, arrange payment and verification steps with your lawyer early. However busy things get, do not let the rush replace a quick check before money moves. Read more
Insight Planning ahead: why you need an Enduring Power of Attorney An Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) is a legal document that lets you appoint a trusted person to make decisions on your behalf if you become unable to do so yourself. In New Zealand, EPAs are established under the Protection of Personal and Property Rights Act 1988 (PPPR Act). Read more
Insight It’s all Yours Until it’s Not Don’t underestimate the consequences of not fully understanding the lay of the land when it comes to asset planning. Read more
Insight How to use a property lawyer Specialist property lawyers can save you thousands - or help you get out of a sticky situation. Property law is a complicated game and the documentation needed and the hoops to jump through are constantly changing. Read more
