Enduring Powers of Attorney
An Enduring Power of Attorney is a legal document which allows you to appoint a person to make decisions on your behalf. The person you appoint...
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Misleading behaviour by real estate agents
Recently, a property was advertised with no reference to the fact that is was Strata Title. In settlement negotiations, the purchaser was shocked to learn that...
Applying for a divorce in Australia
In Australia, we have a “no fault” divorce system. This means that there is no need to prove who caused the marriage to break down. The...
Bankruptcy: it’s not always the easy way out
Bankruptcy is the legal process which releases a person from most of their debts. This may initially seem like an attractive option if you are having...
Should you get a prenuptial agreement?
Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman are amongst many celebrities who signed a prenuptial agreement before marrying. But, a prenuptial agreement is not just for people with...
Should you read the prospectus before buying shares?
Companies sell shares as a way of raising capital. We call this a float or an initial public offering. Before deciding if you wish to buy...
What happens if you die without a will?
If a person dies without a will, we say that they have died intestate. When this happens, there are laws in each state and territory which...
What happens to your pet after you have gone?
Australians love their pets. 63% of Australian households care for a pet. Many people consider their pet to be a beloved family member like a child....
Neighbourhood disputes
Living in close proximity to your neighbours is not always easy. Disputes can arise over issues such as trees, dogs, noise, parking or fences. Using...
Digital media for small business
A study done in 2018 found that the human attention span had dropped from 12 seconds in 2000 to eight seconds in 2018. The attention span...
Do you have a consumer complaint?
Are you unhappy with a product you have bought? Not sure what to do? Make sure you keep any relevant documents such as invoice or receipt,...
Writing successful blogs for small business
Writing successful blogs for your small business If you are looking for an easy and cost effective way to promote your business, think about writing a...
Writing digital media for small business
Why should you write well online? Because you want to establish trust and credibility. You are generally trying to persuade people to buy your product. For...
How to write a persuasive letter
Do you have an issue with a bank or an insurance company or possibly a government agency? Do you want to persuade them to do something?...
Plain English
What is plain English? Almost anything can be written in plain English-from leaflets to legal documents. It does not have to writing that is oversimplified or...
Going to court and representing yourself
As we all know, lawyers are expensive. Some people may decide to go to court and represent themselves. It is always best to get some legal...
