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Our Library houses Articles and E-News letters - also there are useful links to look at. Below you can find some of the Latest Articles that have been put together by our team.

Latest Articles
What is the difference between "Tenants in Common" and "Joint Tenants"?
23/02/2012 | Posted by Wade Hansen
When you purchase your property with your partner or other co-owners, it is important to consider how you 'own' your property and be described on the title to your property.  This affects what...
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Before you build or renovate, read this – How changes to the Building Act impact consumers
22/02/2012 | Posted by Tom Storey
From 1 March 2012, changes to the Building Act 2004 means that critical building work, known as Restricted Building Work, must be completed by a Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP). This change was made...
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Buying into a Retirement Village – Do you need an interpreter?
16/02/2012 | Posted by Carolyn Ranson
Retirement villages can offer peace of mind and a great lifestyle but the legalities of the process and understanding the future implications can be daunting. Expert friendly advice, that is easy to understand,...
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Changes Mooted for Discretionary Family Trusts
09/02/2012 | Posted by Peter Smith
The 1990’s legislation which means tested the over 65’s for rest home and hospital care precipitated an avalanche of discretionary family Trusts. Set up by middle New Zealanders to protect their family home...
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New Disclosure Requirements Under The Unit Titles Act 2010
02/02/2012 | Posted by Lesley Thomson
Are you buying or selling a unit title property?  If so, you need to know about the new requirements for the seller to disclose certain information about the property to potential purchasers. A unit...
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