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What does it mean to pay “rent in advance”?
Do Assistant Agents in NSW in the property industry need to obtain a full licence?
When should a tenant in NSW receive the Condition Report for their residential tenancy?
Does a NSW property agent need to get identification for all categories of listings?
What training is required for Assistant Property Agents in NSW?
Can a property manager in NSW use electronic signature platforms to execute a Residential Tenancy Agreement?
What does a property manager in NSW need to do in preparing for a hearing at the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT)?
In NSW, does underquoting on properties relate to what an agent says as well as what they put in their advertisements?
Can a NSW real estate agent assist another agent to sell a rural property over 20 hectares?
Why do some real estate agents get a bad reputation?
What are the common mistakes with door signage for property agencies in NSW?
What happens if a NSW property agent allows their licence to lapse?
Are frauds and scams affecting property agents?
What does an agent need to do if they want to amend their opinion of price on a property during the marketing campaign?
How often do you need to renew a property licence in NSW?
What is the new Shared Equity Homeownership Scheme in NSW?
Is Vendor ID always required in NSW when obtaining a property listing for sales or property management?
What is the new first Homeowners Choice Scheme in NSW?
Has the deadline been extended for submission of property services trust account audits in NSW?
How do NSW strata managers deal with claims from lot owners in relation to damage caused by water ingress?
Are strata managers being targeted for inspections by NSW Fair Trading?
The NEW Contract for the Sale and Purchase of Land - 2022 edition
Capital Gains Withholding Tax
Death of a Tenant
Drug Labs in Rental Properties - what you need to look for...
Code of Conduct for Short-term Rental Accommodation
NSW Court of Appeal Decision on Pets
Covid-19 Safety Plans
What is meant by a "registered office"
Vendors and Purchasers who Reside Outside Australia
Can I claim a tax deduction for training activities?
What signage needs to be on display at the time of a property auction in NSW?
What are some of the common errors that NSW property agents make when completing a sales agency agreement?
Why should a property agent inform their tenant if the management of their property is transferring to a new agent?
What do you need to be a buyer’s agent in NSW?
When do NSW property agents need to renew their licences?
When do NSW property agents need to have their property services trust accounts audited?
Can NSW property agents accept the Order on Agent that is provided by PEXA at settlement?
Can a beneficiary to a property or a co-owner of a property register to bid at a property auction in NSW?
To use social media, or not.... that is the question
Should a property agent sign agreements with clients first or last?
What is the timeframe for Assistant Agents in NSW to transition to a Class 2 Licensed Agent?
How does a NSW property agent keep a record of their discussions about the sale price of a residential property?
What are the new changes to the CPD Requirements for NSW property agents?
Do all property owners need to provide proof of identity and proof of ownership of a property when the sell or lease their property?
Are NSW real estate agents involved in ‘rental bidding’?
What are the regulatory priorities for NSW property agents from NSW Fair Trading?
What are the laws surrounding door knocking by real estate agents in NSW?
Have the qualifications changed for strata licensing in NSW?
What are the changes to the NSW Property and Stock Agents Regulation 2022 that affect strata managers?
NCAT – Federal Diversity Jurisdiction…again
Professional Indemnity Insurance
Interim Occupational Certificates
Death of a Tenant
Swimming Pool Compliance
Short Term Holiday Lettings...........new regulations
Cybercrime – are you watching ?????
End of Financial Year News
Compliance of Window Safety Devices
Professional Indemnity Insurance …..it’s mandatory you know
Unapproved Granny Flats
Is Work Health and Safety a priority in the workplace?
Is NSW Fair Trading investigating property agents for non-compliance in relation to underquoting?
What is the change to the NSW Retail Leases Act in relation to premise usage?
Why should property agents formalise how they communicate with their clients?
Is a NSW property agent required by legislation to gain full identification details from a purchaser of property?
Is NSW Fair Trading regulating the new legislation in relation to rent bidding?
How often does strata information need to be submitted to NSW Fair Trading?
Can NSW property agents take a holding fee from a tenant?
Should NSW property agents offer tenants a fee-free way of paying their rent on residential leases?
What are the changes to the Supervision Guidelines for NSW property agents?
How does a NSW property agent revise their opinion of price?
If NSW Real Estate Licensed Agents also hold a NSW Strata Managing Licence, do they need to complete additional Continuing Professional Development (CPD)?
What are the different categories of property licence in NSW?
What should vendors and landlords look for when choosing a property agent in NSW?
Is there a requirement in NSW for property agencies to review their policies and procedures?
What are the new educational requirements for strata agents in NSW?
What are the safety requirements with the installation of blinds and curtains in NSW?
Sale of Tenanted Premises
Amendments to the Residential Tenancies Act
Foreign Investment Review Board
Release of Deposits
Beneficial Interest
Inherited Properties and the First Home Owners Grant
Great News for Property Managers
Disclosures
Strata Deadlines
Licensee-In-Charge
Short-term accommodation... Again
Landlord Protection Insurance
New Domestic Violence Tenancy Laws
Bonds, More Bonds and Audits
Who should sign a property agency agreement in NSW?
What are the licensing requirements to become an On-Site Residential Property Manager in NSW?
Do NSW property agents need to keep Fair Trading informed about their personal details?
Can a NSW property agent who has a Business Broking condition on their licence sell property?
What are the changes to first home buyer assistance in NSW?
What notice is required to be given to tenants when the property that they are living in is sold?
Can NSW property agents share commission with people who refer them property listings for sale or management?
What happens if NSW Assistant Property Agents don’t obtain their licence within 4 years?
Can people in NSW access Fee-Free training to become a real estate agent?
Does a property agent in NSW who is working as an Independent Contractor need to hold their own professional indemnity insurance?
Can a NSW property agent be a Licensee-In-Charge of more than one office?
Do property agents in NSW who are not actively working in the industry need to complete their Continuing Professional Development (CPD)?
What is the role of Vendor’s Advocates in the NSW property market?
Will the latest interest rate rise in February 2023 have an impact on the property industry in NSW?
How does the ‘Do Not Call Register’ work for real estate agents in NSW?
Why is it important to check your property agency agreements in NSW for the finer details?
Can NSW property agents pay referral fees for new listings?
To knock....or not to knock....that is the question
Attention all agents wishing to sell businesses
Cladding
Carpet Clause
What’s written on your office window ???
Contract for the Sale and Purchase of Land
Dissenting Owners
NCAT (The Reality of Tribunal)
Working with Foreign Investors
Private Certifiers and Developers….the saga continues
Exchange of Contracts
Federal Diversity Jurisdiction
The Role of Finance in Property Sales
Yes.....we need to talk about this
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