<strong>Building a strong company culture: 4 Key principles and practices</strong>

Conveyancers building company culture

In today’s competitive conveyancing landscape, building a strong company culture is essential for attracting and retaining top talent, fostering employee engagement, and driving high-performance business success. A positive and inclusive company culture not only boosts employee morale but also impacts overall productivity and performance. The following explores four key principles and practices to help you […]

Rent-bidding ban and ID protections in housing reforms

By: Fraser Barton Renters will have greater protections in Queensland under a swathe of reforms tabled in state parliament. A code of conduct for the rental sector, bans on rent bidding, tying limits on rental increases and greater protections for renters’ privacy form part of a bill put forward by Housing Minister Meaghan Scanlon on […]

Rent-bidding ban, ID protections in housing reforms

By: Fraser Barton A peak real estate body has accused the Queensland government of going too far with sweeping rental reforms, saying they diminish a property owner’s rights. Housing Minister Meaghan Scanlon introduced a bill on Thursday that will establish a code of conduct for the rental sector, ban rent bidding and increase ID protections. […]

Pet owners forced to surrender animals to gain housing

By: Nyibol Gatluak The number of pets surrendered due to their owners moving has increased 47 percent in recent years, as competition in Victoria’s rental market tightens. More pet owners are being forced to surrender their animals to secure a rental as competition for housing in Victoria intensifies. Despite changes to the state’s laws in […]

Wait times for social housing blow out to 28 months

By Savannah Meacham Wait times to acquire social housing in Queensland have blown out to more than two years with more than half of the applicants already homeless, data shows. More than half of Queenslanders who have applied for social housing are homeless and are waiting more than two years, amid a lack of supply […]

Staying cyber safe: A go-to guide from the experts

cyber safe practices

In an era dominated by digital transactions and virtual communication, safeguarding your business from cyber threats has never been more critical. As cybercriminals continue to evolve their tactics, it’s imperative to stay one step ahead. That’s why we’ve compiled this comprehensive guide, drawing insights from some of the most trusted voices in Australian cybersecurity. What […]

The changing property settlement process

The manual process As a conveyancer, I was recently reflecting on the way that the property settlement process has transitioned from a manual face-to-face transaction to the now Electronic Lodgment Network Operators (ELNO) world that we live in. I know that there were many in the legal industry who didn’t believe that the PEXA way […]

Navigating complex property transactions

Complex property transactions can be intricate endeavours, especially when dealing with complex property transactions. Conveyancers, the professionals responsible for ensuring the smooth transfer of property ownership, play a crucial role in navigating these complexities. Together, we will delve into the challenges faced by conveyancers in complex property transactions and explore effective solutions to overcome them.  […]

Electronic settlements – the vital steps

Electronic settlements play a vital role in ensuring the smooth and successful completion of a property settlement. Property settlement day is one of the most exciting days in a lot of people’s lives. Clients have been through the process of purchasing a property, exchanging contracts, and perhaps sitting through a 5 day “cooling off” period […]

Effective communication with clients in conveyancing

When it comes to conveyancing, effective communication isn’t just a desirable skill – it’s an absolute necessity. Clear and consistent communication lays the foundation for a successful client-conveyancer relationship, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free property transaction process. Together, let’s explore essential tips and strategies for you as lawyers and conveyancers to communicate effectively with clients.  […]