The government is to introduce a ban on foreign buyers from
buying existing dwellings. What could this mean for developers?
By Steven Lee - 14 Dec 2017
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It is not uncommon for credit application forms to include
a clause that charges in favour of the creditor all property held
by the debtor. This is typically accompanied with a clause whereby
the debtor appoints the creditor as its attorney for the purposes
of executing a mortgage over the charged property (if the debtor
does not do so).
By Tony Johnson Kay Keam and Alden Ho - 25 Aug 2017
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Legal proceedings are time consuming and expensive. This
can be seen to be a waste of resources if you are a defendant
facing hollow claims.
By Alden Ho - 28 Jun 2017
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Do you know your rights under the Fencing Act? The Fencing
Act covers a multitude of possible scenarios, including the
commonly asked question of who should pay for a shared
fence.
By Alden Ho - 27 Mar 2017
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If you're a builder, you have a number of options open to you if
you don't get paid. In this blog, Geoff Hardy gives some practical
advice on how you can help protect yourself and your business.
By Geoff Hardy - 8 Nov 2016
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Building contracts are not pieces of paper to sign and
then put in the bottom drawer. They are like a ticking time bomb
waiting to go off.
By Geoff Hardy - 21 Oct 2016
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The OIO has just released decision sheets on consents
granted in February.
By Craig Nelson - 11 Apr 2016
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We are delighted to announce a new partner to our property team.
Elise
Markwick advises on commercial property and business
transactions including associated banking, finance and leasing and
on private client property and trust law matters.
By Melissa Clark - 7 Apr 2016
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We are pleased to announce the promotion of Lesley Thomson
to Associate. This appointment reflects Lesley's level of
experience and commitment to the firm.
By Melissa Clark - 6 Apr 2016
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Recent Overseas Investment Office
(OIO) approvals show that making
donations to local schools can help overseas investors obtain
consent to invest in New Zealand.
By Craig Nelson - 4 Mar 2016
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