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2025 · 4 min read

Vendor supplied reports and disclosures

The general rule of thumb when you buy a property is that the more information you can find out about the property,… Read article
2025 · 4 min read

Rent reviews in commercial leases

Two of the most important considerations for parties to a commercial lease are, ‘What is the annual rent?’ and ‘How and when… Read article
2025 · 6 min read

Using AI in your business

Artificial intelligence (AI) has developed from a futuristic concept to a mainstream tool used by many businesses on a daily basis. The… Read article
2025 · 5 min read

Key things to know before buying a home

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever make. It's exciting, but it can also be overwhelming –… Read article
2025 · 3 min read

Firearms reform 2025

The government is currently undertaking a comprehensive reform of our firearms laws; it aims to modernise the Arms Act 1983 which it… Read article
2025 · 4 min read

Property law updates

The government recently announced a reform to the Overseas Investment Act 2005 that would allow overseas residents with a New Zealand investor… Read article
2025 · 4 min read

Preparing to sell your home? 8 essential checks

Selling your house is exciting – but it can also be stressful if you're not prepared. Getting the legal side of things… Read article
2025 · 2 min read

Supporting Local Creativity: Sculpture Northland 2025

This year’s exhibition was an amazing celebration of local and national talent, set in the beautiful grounds of Whangārei Quarry Gardens. As… Read article
2025 · 4 min read

Vacant possession: What does it mean?

Vacant possession means that you receive the property without the previous owners, tenants or their possessions (not included in the chattels being… Read article
2025 · 4 min read

Updates to healthy home standards

First introduced in 2019, healthy home standards are the minimum legal standards expected of rental properties in New Zealand. These include: Read article

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