by Janis Donnelly-Coode | Jan 9, 2019 | Real Estate or Conveyancing Law
The risks of buying off the plan Buying off the plan can save you money, but there are risks you need to fully understand first. Make sure that you get proper advice from an experienced property lawyer before you enter into one of these contracts. It is a...
by Janis Donnelly-Coode | Oct 17, 2018 | Compulsory Acquisition, Real Estate or Conveyancing Law
The Northern Road works might seem to be well under way, but actually they have just started. You might be getting letters in your mail box about the works, telling you that the "NSW Government is investing $1.5 billion on maintaining and improving our state roads." ...
by Janis Donnelly-Coode | Oct 17, 2018 | Council
What do exotic animals have to do with Council You have probably heard about Bankstown City Council banning exotic animals on Council property. There has been a lot of debate about whether or not this should happen, animal welfare vs freedom of commerce, but what I...
by Bruce Coode | Sep 21, 2018 | Compulsory Acquisition, Real Estate or Conveyancing Law
One of the first questions you might ask when you hear that your property is being compulsorily acquired is, how long will that take? It is a good question, but it isn't a question that has a quick and obvious answer. Generally you are looking at 9 to 12 months but...
by Janis Donnelly-Coode | Aug 28, 2018 | Compulsory Acquisition, Real Estate or Conveyancing Law
Have you received notice from a government department that they are intending to acquire your house? Has your neighbour told you that the government is going to purchase their house in the future? Have you heard of a large project that seems to be planned for your...
by Janis Donnelly-Coode | Jul 6, 2018 | Compulsory Acquisition, General, Real Estate or Conveyancing Law
There is a lot happening in our area in regard to the NSW government acquiring land, including the Castlereagh Corridor and the Northern Road widening and the proposed M0 Orbital road. For many people in Western Sydney their home is one of their biggest assets. ...