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What is Estate Planning? Estate planning is like drafting the script for the grand finale of your life story. It is a deliberate process where you decide what happens to your assets and belongings when you’re no longer the star of the show. Why is this script so…

Have you ever watched movies where the wealthy uncle meets his end without leaving a Will, setting off a family feud that rivals a reality TV drama? It’s like a plot twist that could give any non-scripted show a run for its money! You can’t help but think,…

Buying or selling a property is a significant milestone in one’s life. However, settlement is a complex undertaking and a lot can go wrong if something is missed, which can become quite expensive. That’s why it is important that you get the assistance of qualified professionals to assist…

If you’re getting a loan from a lender it is a good idea to seek independent legal advice. We assist with residential and commercial lending and security whether you are repaying money or borrowing money so that your interests are protected. Sometimes, it is even a requirement of…

Are you in the process of buying your first Strata Unit? You love the convenient location, gated safety, view from the balcony, and the fact that there’s less to clean and maintain. There’s a great gym, pool, games room, and BBQ facilities, and your own parking space ……

Should we get the Keys before Settlement? You might be wondering if you can get the keys before settlement to make the moving process less stressful or your lease may be up so you are wondering if you can move in sooner? Whilst it may be convenient to…

The Abolishment of Certificate of Titles The Registrar-General has recently announced changes to the land Titles system in New South Wales in a significant move toward 100% electronic lodgement of dealings for land transactions. The Key changes to the Real Property Act 1900 (NSW) from the 11th October…

What to do When Someone Dies When someone passes away the following needs to be done: A doctor is to sign and issue a Death Certificate A funeral company takes the deceased into care The death must be registered either by the Funeral Director or by the person…

At Hunter Legal & Conveyancing, in addition to providing full property conveyancing services in the Maitland area, we also offer to help our clients set up Title Insurance. Recently, Title Insurance has been becoming a more popular option for individuals purchasing houses or other property. However, despite this…

WHEN TO CALL A CONVEYANCER IN MAITLAND If you are preparing to purchase a home or sell a property for the first time, then you may not be entirely familiar with the process or the steps that are necessary to finalise the transaction. The size and scope of…

GET HELP BALANCING YOUR BUSY LIFESTYLE THROUGHOUT YOUR PROPERTY TRANSACTION If you are like the average Australian homebuyer or seller, then you are living a very busy lifestyle juggling family, work and home commitments. Needless to say, it can be difficult to balance all of that and still…