Is it a good idea to purchase a tenanted residential property? What happens if there is an existing agreement in place? Property law expert, Jennifer Edwards explains what you should be aware of.

The consequences of a vendor dying after a sale and purchase agreement has been signed, but before the settlement date depends on how the property was held. Settlement cannot be completed if the property is still held in the name of a deceased vendor/owner.

Getting the names correct on the Agreement for Sale & Purchase for residential property seems easy right? It's surprising how often errors or misunderstanding causes stress and delay. NZ conveyancing expert, Jennifer Edwards what to be aware of and how to ensure you get it right.

A legal boundary adjustment is classified as a subdivision by the Resource Management Act. Subdivision expert, Dawn Fullam explains the process, including who pays for what. There are a variety of reasons why a boundary might need to be adjusted – from incorrectly placed fences or driveways through to increased access way needs. Whatever the reason, it’s important to understand the process you will need to go through to get the boundary adjusted and to understand what can go wrong if you decide to just stick with a handshake agreement with your neighbour. Property law expert, Dawn Fullam explains what’s involved in her article Agreeing To Adjust Your Boundary With Your Neighbour