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4 Legal Factors To Consider When Buying Property For Your Business
11 Nov 2020

As a small or medium business you will likely need to sign a commercial lease at some point and potentially purchase commercial for your day to day operations at some point. It’s a significant investment that can make or mar your financial stability, and it’s a complex process that can make insider pros scratch their...

Australian Property Laws You Need to Understand Before Moving
15 Sep 2020

Moving to a different country is always complicated, especially with the numerous legal requirements of becoming a permanent resident. This does not even consider all the nuances in culture and customs that you might need to adjust to in order to successfully assimilate into your new community. Australia is no different. Assuming that you’ve already...

824 Lot Subdivision | Regional NSW
24 Aug 2020

GLG is working on an 824 lot subdivisions for flat land subdivision in NSW for an eco-community under a company title structure. The size of this project and scale of work involved highlight our team’s ability to effectively work on large projects for developers and the trust said developers have with our experienced legal team.

Luxury Apartment Development Project
24 Aug 2020

GLG are currently working with one of Australia’s leading developers on a project which encompasses 5 luxury development sites for interstate development group in Noosa , Brisbane and Melbourne. Our team are responsible for:  AS construction contracts, totalling $17.3 million Preparation and issuing of all developer contracts Reviewing and advising on all security documentation for...

180 Lot Subdivision Projects
24 Aug 2020

Highlighting some of the work we complete for commercial partners, our team are currently working on a 180 lot subdivision for a commercial client. This project is a mix of residential and commercial lots. The client has entrusted GLG with: AS4902 construction contract with a value of $80millon GLG is responsible for the preparation and...

3 Must-Consider Issues When Buying or Selling a Rental Business
18 Aug 2020

As an aspiring entrepreneur, there are several opportunities that you’ll come across that will make a significant impact on the trajectory of your career and net worth. Regardless if it’s a crucial learning opportunity (such as a workshop) or a new opening for a partnership, each vital stepping stone will bear an amount of weight...

A Quick Guide to GST & Real Estate – What You Need to Know
14 Jul 2020

Registering for goods and services tax, or GST, is a vital part of commercial property investment. GST is often overlooked, which is an all-too-common mistake that amateur investors make. Factoring GST in your budget will save you a lot of effort and resources. While GST is a complicated topic and its intricate details can be...

Transfer Duty Exemptions for Home and Property Owners
09 Jul 2020

One of the greatest assets you may ever have is your home. There are a variety of circumstances where you may acquire a place of residence with full or part ownership. In Queensland, a transfer duty applies when you acquire such an asset. However, there is a grey area as to when you may not...

Our Guide to Conveyancing When Moving Into a New Home – What to Know
16 Jan 2020

Buying a new house is often an exciting time for first-time home-buyers, though the process can be intimidating as it can look like a minefield of legal knots, paperwork, and expensive out-of-pocket fees along the way. The process between the offer on the house down to when you receive the keys can be tricky as...

Property Exchange Australia (PEXA)
05 Apr 2019

Whether it is time to sell your property or you have chosen to enter into a contract to purchase, you need to consider performing settlement via PEXA. What is PEXA and E-Conveyancing? Property Exchange Australia (PEXA) was developed to replace the need for manual property settlement transactions. PEXA enables Lawyers, Conveyancers and Financial Institutions to...

Keeping you home safe with compliant smoke alarms and safety switches
11 Jan 2019

When purchasing or selling your property, you must ensure that there are compliant smoke alarms and safety switches installed in the property. In Queensland, it is an offence under the Fire and Rescue Service Act 1990 if a compliant smoke alarm is not installed and under the Electrical Safety Regulation 2002, all domestic residences constructed...

Important Steps to Know When Selling Your Property
11 Dec 2018

Selling your home can be Stressful Dealing with Agents and Buyers and potentially buying a new house at the same time can be daunting and stressful. While the checklist of what you are required to do is a lot shorter than if you are a Buyer there are some very important steps that can affect...