As our cities move toward greater numbers of high density
residential property, ownership in unit title developments is set
to increase. An ideal scenario for some; but not for those who
discover construction defects such as leaky building syndrome. At
times like this, you really do need good neighbours.
By Kay Keam - 31 May 2013
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We regularly see horror stories splashed across the front pages
of the dailies, "Home buyers warned: Test for P", "Methamphetamine
crackdown: Drug labs in houses" etc etc. But how much is just hype
and how concerned should we actually be?
By Kay Keam - 24 May 2013 - 1 comment
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Care needs to be taken when looking at body corporate
rules. The first step is working out what the rules are.
By Kay Keam - 17 May 2013
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In the red hot Auckland property market, many aspiring buyers
have found themselves caught in an increasingly complex auction
process. Auctions are currently the most common method of sale with
two out of five properties being sold this way. Auctions are
consistently brought forward from the advertised date and this can
lead to confusion and tight timeframes.
By Kay Keam - 3 May 2013
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The Meritas 2013 Annual Meeting is taking place in Vancouver on
24-26 April and Melissa Clark will be attending. The meeting
promises an excellent line up of speakers and an opportunity to
foster relationships with our international affiliates.
By Melissa Clark - 11 Apr 2013
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"Word on the street" is that Hobson Gardens' multi-million
dollar "leaky home" claim against, amongst others, Mainzeal, the
original builder of the complex, was settled on the basis that
Mainzeal agreed to supply labour and materials for the repair of
the building. If this is true, then Mainzeal's promise will
represent a multi-million dollar settlement. Mainzeal's
unexpected receivership must place its performance of any
settlement promises in jeopardy.
By Andrew Steele - 8 Feb 2013
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Picture this: A tenant is subject to a fixed term tenancy. The
term expires on 1 December. The tenant should be gone by 1 December
right? Not so fast... This is where the plot thickens.
By Tara Grant - 4 Dec 2012
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We're very pleased to announce that Lewis Grant has joined the
Martelli McKegg partnership. Lewis brings to the firm a
wealth of experience in the trust and estate planning area.
By - 19 Nov 2012
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This month, in association with William Buck Christmas Gouwland
Accountants, Martelli McKegg is holding a free seminar.
It will focus on the latest round of tax and property law changes
to affect commercial and residential property investors, landlords
and tenants.
By Kay Keam - 7 Nov 2012
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A recent Environment Court decision limiting effluent flow from
farms has come hot on the heels of a Ministry of Environment report
finding that the water quality at more than half the recreational
swimming spots it monitors is poor or very poor.
By Kay Keam - 1 Nov 2012
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