What is a trust?
A question our Auckland lawyers and trust specialists are often asked is “What is a trust ?”...
16 November, 2011
Purchasing a property at a mortgagee sale? Tips and Traps.
In previous articles and legal tips we have covered the differences in purchasing a property at auction as apposed to negotiating for a property using the Standard Sale and Purchase ...
02 November, 2011
Go All Blacks- well done!
The team at Quay Law congratulate the All Blacks on their Rugby World Cup win....
23 October, 2011
Conveyancing – Options when purchasing a new home or property!
When purchasing a residential property, you can either purchase the property in your personal name/s or in another entity, for example a family trust....
07 October, 2011
Family Trusts – Gift duty is to be abolished with effect from 1 October 2011.
Gift duty is to be abolished with effect from 1 October 2011....
06 September, 2011
Family Trusts in Spotlight Warning
Sole practitioners and businesses with family trusts should review their structures to ensure they do not fall foul of Inland Revenue after the landmark Penny and Hooper tax-avoidance ruling....
26 August, 2011
Your will and your businesses internet marketing: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn & YouTube
Everyone over the age of 18 years should have a will. This will ensure that your assets will be bequeathed to those persons or entities whom you wish to benefit from your estate. ...
22 August, 2011
New Zealand Gifting and Trust Law – Gift Duty changes as 3rd bill passed in Parliament
Auckland law firm, Quay Law’s trust lawyers have been monitoring the progress of this legislation change. ...
17 August, 2011
Property Law – a detailed property inspection report prior to your purchase can save you costly repairs in the future.
An interesting story aired on TVNZ One news tonight regarding home buyers being stung by “hidden” defects in properties....
14 August, 2011