Three major players in the conveyancing sector tell Australian Conveyancer why M&A is on the mind of businesses and sole traders who are dealing with a perfect storm of pressures.
A $10,000 sweetener to lure overseas tradies to WA is being extended for 12 months after 1,100 signed up to the initiative to bolster its under-manned construction workforce.
Australian law enforcement agencies say the nation’s real estate sector has become a key target for getting dirty money into Australia, making the federal government’s plan for stricter anti-money laundering laws a non-negotiable for the sector. Real estate was increasingly a money laundering option of choice due to Australia’s financial…
Of the $1.1 billion of criminals’ assets seized by AFP between July 2019 and June 2024, more than $720 million involved real estate. Now federal authorities are working to close the gap and pushing lawyers and conveyancers to fall in line.
Melbourne-based conveyancer Melissa Barlas runs the premium conveyancing service Conveyed for individuals, couples and families buying, selling or transferring property. With more than 10 years’ industry experience, she also runs the popular The First Home Show podcast, which gives listeners tips for buying a property for the first time. In the wake of International Women’s Day, Australian Conveyancer sat down with Melissa to find out how she juggles demands of being a successful businesswoman and podcaster.
Climate events have become a key consideration for property buyers – arguably none more so than on the coastal fringes where beach erosions is clearly visible.
Flood planning and modelling puts many properties in the firing line. But is the reporting accurate and can they affect the value of your property?
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