Prospective Granny Flat CGT Exemption and Deeds of Family Arrangement

Recent announcements in relation to the federal budget have indicated that a targeted CGT exemption will be available for granny flats. This exemption will apply to the creation, variation, or termination of a formal written arrangement for a relative that is elderly or living with a disability.

5 important documents to review regularly

Our lives are full of constant changes. Some good, some bad and some in between.

As we get older and change partners, jobs, houses and opinions, we should turn our
minds to updating our legal documents.

There are five aspects of your life that you should regularly review.

Separated? How to get the most from your first meeting with your lawyer

The breakdown of a long term relationship or marriage is recognised as one of the most stressful things that someone can face. The prospect of dividing property, selling or refinancing your home, dealing with investment properties or a family business and making arrangements for the care of your children can seem overwhelming.

So where to begin?

Can I draft my own employment contracts? What are the risks?

It is worthwhile to obtain legal advice in relation to these important documents as they serve as an important foundation and there are many examples of what happens when employment arrangements go wrong.