Stamp Duty Shake-Up: First Home Buyers to Pay Zero From 1 May, 2025
From 1 May 2025, first home buyers in Queensland will pay no stamp duty - regardless of the property price. Here’s what you need to know about this major change, how much you could save, and how to time your purchase to take full advantage
A Simple Guide to Buying a Home in Brisbane: What You Need to Know
A step-by-step guide to buying a home in Brisbane, covering everything from signing the contract to settlement day. Learn how to navigate the conveyancing process with ease.
Property Title Transfers: Streamlining Ownership Changes & Safeguarding Your Investment
Property transactions, especially in real estate, involve intricate legal processes, and understanding them is crucial for a smooth and legally valid transfer of ownership. At Hewlett Legal, we strive to provide a fresh and accessible approach property law and conveyancing. In this blog, we will explore key aspects of property title transfer and shed light on the significance of title insurance.
Common Mistakes when buying Property in Your SMSF Bare Trust
Looking to invest in property through your Self-Managed Super Fund? At Hewlett Legal, we've seen clients encounter hurdles, particularly when it comes to setting up their SMSF Bare Trusts for property purchases. Let's break down the process in plain language, so you can steer clear of these pitfalls.
Settlement Day: What to Expect When Buying Property
Are you new to the property buying process and curious about what happens on settlement day? You're in the right place! Let Hewlett Legal help you to understand what you can expect on Settlement Day.
Changes that affect your land tax
The Queensland Government has introduced new land tax amendments which will consider the value of all land owned in Australia when determining land tax liability in Queensland. These changes represent a landmark shift in calculating Australian-owned property. Owners of interstate and Queensland holdings should be aware of these changes to determine if they will be affected come 30 June 2023.
