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Stamp Duty Changes

The Background When the QLD Treasurer, Andrew Fraser, handed down the 2008/2009 State Budget it outlined various changes to stamp duty associated with Queensland properties.

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The Good News!

Concessions and exemptions for home buyers and retirement village residents: 1. Abolition of Mortgage Stamp Duty; 2. An increasing in the threshold for the firm

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Property Occupations Act

The Property Occupations Act came into effect from 1 December 2014. This legislation replaced Property Agents and Motor Vehicles Act 2000 in relation to residential

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Everything You Need to Know About Criminal Defence Lawyers (and How to Choose the Best One)

February 20, 2025

A criminal defence lawyers is a lawyer who specialises in the defence of individuals and companies charged with criminal activity....

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How to Approach Family Disputes with Compassionate Law Advice

February 15, 2025

Family disputes are conflicts between family members. These disputes usually arise from disputes over wills, estate division, custody of children...

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Key Skills to Look for in a Competent Competition Lawyer

February 10, 2025

A competition lawyer is someone who focuses on the laws that prevent monopolies and unfair business practices, letting businesses compete...

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Types of Evidence Needed to Prove You’re a Victim of Medical Negligence

February 5, 2025

Medical negligence is defined as a healthcare professional’s breach of duty that causes injury to a patient. It is the...

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How Car Accident Lawyers Can Help You After a Queensland Road Accident

January 10, 2025

Navigating the aftermath of a car accident requires skill and sensitivity. Car accident lawyers help take the stress out of...

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How Public Liability Lawyers Simplify Complex Claims for You

January 10, 2025

When it comes to public liability claims, you need more than just knowledge of the law to navigate these complex...

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Injured in an Accident? Step-by-Step Guide to Filing a CTP Claim

January 5, 2025

Nationally, navigating a CTP claim can seem like a daunting maze, but it doesn’t have to be intimidating. CTP, or...

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How to File a Successful TPD Claim in Queensland: Step-by-Step Guide

January 5, 2025

A TPD claim gives you access to assets to help when you can no longer work because of a debilitating...

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Top 7 Factors That Affect Your Workers Compensation Benefits

December 15, 2024

Workers compensation benefits are a vital safety net for employees injured on the job, providing much-needed financial support and medical...

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How to File a Product Liability Claim: Essential Steps and Legal Insights

December 15, 2024

What is a product liability claim, and why does it matter to consumers and businesses? This kind of claim occurs...

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Motor Vehicle Accidents, Claims, From Our Blog, Workplace Accidents

Journey Claims…What are they and do they apply to you?

March 24, 2021

Journey Claims Do they apply to you? Have you been injured in an accident travelling to, from, or for the...

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Finding the Best Car Accident Lawyers in Brisbane

July 6, 2024

Best Car Accident Lawyers Brisbane When it comes to handling the aftermath of a car accident, securing the best car...

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How to Approach Family Disputes with Compassionate Law Advice

February 15, 2025

Family disputes are conflicts between family members. These disputes usually arise from disputes over wills, estate division, custody of children...

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From Our Blog, General News

How Car Accident Lawyers Can Help You After a Queensland Road Accident

January 10, 2025

Navigating the aftermath of a car accident requires skill and sensitivity. Car accident lawyers help take the stress out of...

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Tips for Protecting Your Business

August 19, 2020

  If you have a business no doubt you have been putting a lot of effort into it during the...

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Why You Need a Conveyancing Solicitor for Your Property

May 15, 2024

Did you know that 1 in 4 property transactions in the UK face delays due to conveyancing issues? Your choice...

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Property News

Foreign Buyers Stamp Duty Surcharge

September 29, 2016

From 1 October 2016 the foreign persons acquiring residential land in Queensland will pay a 3% stamp duty surcharge on...

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From Our Blog, General News

How to File a Successful TPD Claim in Queensland: Step-by-Step Guide

January 5, 2025

A TPD claim gives you access to assets to help when you can no longer work because of a debilitating...

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From Our Blog, General News

COVID-19 AND CANCELLATIONS           

August 18, 2021

Read on for a quick rundown on your rights during COVID-19 related cancellations While we have all been living with...

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Experienced Medical Negligence Lawyers Fighting for You

February 15, 2024

When it comes to medical care, we place great trust in healthcare professionals to provide accurate diagnoses, effective treatments, and...

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General News, Property News

Stamp Duty Changes

October 21, 2008

The Background When the QLD Treasurer, Andrew Fraser, handed down the 2008/2009 State Budget it outlined various changes to stamp...

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Property News

Important new changes to Australia’s foreign investment policy

March 26, 2009

The Australian Government has announced it will shortly amend its Foreign Investment Policy. This amendment will have a material effect...

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Property News

The Good News!

November 16, 2012

Concessions and exemptions for home buyers and retirement village residents: 1. Abolition of Mortgage Stamp Duty; 2. An increasing in...

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General News

Bankruptcy, Assets and Work

March 30, 2015

In the current difficult financial times, many people are finding themselves faced with bankruptcy. If you go bankrupt what can...

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General News

Property Occupations Act

April 1, 2015

The Property Occupations Act came into effect from 1 December 2014. This legislation replaced Property Agents and Motor Vehicles Act...

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General News

QLD Law Group makes Legal History

April 1, 2015

In late 2010 the State Government reviewed the limits of damages that various Courts could award. This included increasing the...

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Residential Tenancy

What If I Rent a Place to Live Series – Rental Agreement

April 13, 2016

What Should I Sign? The Issue What if I have found a new place to live? What documents should I...

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Residential Tenancy

What If I Rent a Place to Live Series – Rental Bond

April 14, 2016

What Bond should I Pay? The Issue What amount should I pay as a rental bond if I rent a...

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Property News

New Tax On Sale of $2 Million+ Properties

June 23, 2016

The Issue The Federal Government is concerned that property owners, particularly foreign persons are not paying Capital Gains Tax on...

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Property News

Foreign Buyers Stamp Duty Surcharge

September 29, 2016

From 1 October 2016 the foreign persons acquiring residential land in Queensland will pay a 3% stamp duty surcharge on...

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