If you are a business owner currently renting a business premises you should give serious consideration to buying your own business premises, according to commercial lawyer ROBERT STARKE.
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When is the sale of a commercial premises exempt from GST?
Generally the sale of a commercial building attracts Goods and Services Tax (GST) on the sale price. However, GST is avoided if the commercial property is sold as a “going concern”. Under the act governing GST, A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999, a supply of a going concern occurs when a […]
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Signed, sealed and delivered: No shortcuts in exercising an option to renew
A tenant’s option to renew their lease is a significant right, and one that should be handled carefully, according to commercial leasing lawyer, DEAN FRITH. Usually the terms for exercising an option are construed strictly by landlords, and failure to comply with any requirements for exercising the option may be relied upon (and often are) […]
MoreWhen can a landlord draw down on a bank guarantee?
Parties providing bank guarantees and those looking to draw down on them should get legal advice beforehand.
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Leases at risk when landlords go into liquidation
The High Court of Australia recently handed down a decision that confirms that when a landlord goes into liquidation, the liquidator may be able to disclaim a Lease granted by the landlord.
MoreReal estate agents warned against giving financial advice
ASIC has warned the real estate industry that agents recommending investors use a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) to invest in property must ensure they are appropriately licensed to provide the advice.
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Owners corporations: A new approach to duty to repair and maintain
A recent decision contradicts the legal view for the past 20 years on claims for damages by lot owners against their owners corporation. In the recent case, the court of appeal found a lot owner had no right to claim damages for breach by an owners corporation of the duty to repair and maintain common […]
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Property and commercial legal experience is essential in business leasing. Leases can have a long-lasting impact on your business, and Australian leasing legislation is often changing, so you need to get the right advice. At Baker Love Lawyers, our leasing team not only know leasing, but have the depth of property and commercial experience needed when […]
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