The Legal Forecast For 2020
2019 has been a busy year, with several law changes afoot and new Acts to take effect in the years to come. It’s likely that there are more changes to…
Future Proof Your Health And Wellbeing With An Epa
Often, we think of the elderly when considering putting enduring powers of attorney in place – but the reality is that everyone should have one. Having an EPA means you…
Buying A House And Land Package? Exciting Time, But Important To Get Right.
House and land packages are a commonplace transaction in Tauranga due to the amount of residential subdivisions in our region. We are seeing increasing numbers of our clients buying off…
Everything You Need To Know About The Trusts Act 2019
The Trusts Act 2019 is now a reality and will come into force on 31 January 2021. The Trusts Act 2019 will replace the Trustee Act 1956, applying to all…
Do You Have An Asbestos Management Plan In Place?
If you’re are a commercial landlord, the requirement to have an Asbestos Management Plan in place may have slipped under your radar. New legislation was introduced on 4 April 2016…
5 Reasons Why You Should Have A Will
Did you know that if you die without a Will, the law says what will happen to your assets AND there is no guarantee your wishes will be carried out?…
Equal Sharing Of Family Home Under Relationship Property Law Is Being Reviewed
The Property (Relationships) Act 1976 is the law that applies to the division of property when a relationship ends, by separation or death. This Act is under review and the…
Why You Should Take Privacy & Your Customer Data Seriously
This article is co authored by Jodi Ellmers and Jessie McKenzie. Our smart phones, smart homes and smart cars allow companies to track and analyse our behaviour all the time.…
Is Due Diligence A Case Of Seller Beware Or Buyer Beware?
This article is co-authored by Ryan McMaster and Jessie McKenzie. When buying property or a business, purchasers rely heavily on vendors to provide accurate due diligence information to verify the…
July Deadline Looms For Landlords
An insulation deadline is looming for NZ landlords, but as landlords are familiarising themselves with the regulatory changes, further approved regulations are already on the horizon. As of 1 July…