There are several things you need to have in place in order to move into a retirement village: Residents need to have a valid Will and Enduring Powers of Attorney in relation to Property and Personal Care and Welfare. Your solicitor will need to provide the village with copies of your Enduring Powers of Attorney …
When embarking on a residential building project in New Zealand, many homeowners choose to engage a Registered Master Builder. One of the key documents involved in such projects is the Master Build Contract — a standardised building contract provided by the Registered Master Builders Association, which provides access to the well-known Master Build 10-Year Guarantee. While …
Signed and sealed? Not so fast: why legal advice on your Master Build contract matters Read More »
Receiving the keys to your new home is one of the most exciting parts of the property settlement process. Clients often enquire about the exact timing on settlement day, especially if they are coordinating with moving companies or eagerly awaiting possession of their new home. Unfortunately, there is no “one size fits all” answer for …
Registering an easement can be a time-consuming process, particularly where multiple landowners, surveyors and approval authorities are involved, but there are ways to avoid unnecessary delays. Agreeing the easement The process to register an easement usually begins with the parties to the easement reaching an agreement to create an easement. This is usually between neighbouring …
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Buying your first home is an exciting milestone but can also be a daunting one. There are a lot of things you need to know when you’re looking to make that first step to help you avoid costly mistakes. Below is a guide for first home buyers looking to enter the property market. Before you make …
Rotorua is a wondrous place, known for its cultural significance to Māori, its geothermal activity, many lakes and tourism (to name but a few). From those seeking adventure, mountain biking in the redwoods, or taking some time to bask in one of the many day spas, Rotorua has something to offer everyone. Buying property in …
Land covenants are very commonplace in modern subdivisions and often impose significant restrictions on the way a property can be developed and used, now and into the future (sometimes indefinitely). How covenants can affect development While usually intended to promote and protect the amenity of subdivisions and preserve property values in the years to come, …
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Holland Beckett is pleased to announce that Hilary Anderson has joined the firm as Special Counsel. Hilary is a specialist property and commercial lawyer and joins our property and commercial law practice working closely with Dean Thompson and his team. “The appointment comes at a time of significant momentum for the firm as we grow …
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A KiwiSaver first home withdrawal can help eligible buyers access their KiwiSaver savings to purchase their first home and reduce the financial barrier to home ownership. Are you eligible for a KiwiSaver first home withdrawal? To complete a KiwiSaver first home withdrawal you need to have been a member for at least three years. These …
The bright-line test changed on 1 July 2024, reducing the bright-line period back to two years for residential property sales – a bright day for some property owners. What is the Bright-line test? The Bright-line test sets out a timeframe where if a sale of a residential property occurs, the profit gained may count as …
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