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One Voice or Many? Choosing the Right Power of Attorney Structure for Your Family
Parents frequently ask, “Can you have multiple powers of attorney?” While the short answer is yes, the more important question is whether having multiple attorneys is the right choice for your family. Each option has its own advantages and potential challenges. The right structure depends on your family dynamics, the people you've chosen, and how you want important decisions to be made.
Understanding the New Changes to SMSF Property Purchases
If you’ve been keeping a close eye on the property market and federal retirement policy lately, you might have noticed a major shift. Following recent federal budget negotiations, a monumental policy decision has emerged to reshape how everyday Australians build wealth for retirement.
Navigating the Legal Realities of Handshake Agreements and Verbal Contracts in QLD
Are handshake agreements legally binding in QLD? Many businesses still rely on verbal agreements and informal “handshake deals” built on trust and good relationships. But when things go wrong, the legal reality can become much more complicated. Learn how contract law handles verbal agreements and the challenges of proving them without a written deal.
Survivorship Rights: When a Joint Tenant Passes Away
If you owned a home or a block of land with the person who passed away, you might find yourself wondering what happens to that property now. In Queensland, the legal outcome largely depends on how the property’s title was set up.
Executor’s Discharge: The Right to a Release After Finalising an Estate
Stepping into the shoes of an executor of a Will in QLD is a profound act of service, but it can also feel like an overwhelming second job. There is one final, crucial piece that often catches people off guard. Before you transfer that final dollar, you need to consider how to protect yourself from future personal liability.
The Difference Between Administration and Liquidation
Both administration and liquidation are formal insolvency processes for companies. Both involve control moving away from the directors and into the hands of an independent external appointee. But they are used for different purposes, and the difference matters.
Buying Property with a Business Partner
One vital piece of advice before any documents are signed: you need to agree on how to exit the investment before you ever walk through the front door. This is what we call the “Exit First” rule, and skipping it can put both your venture and personal relationships at risk.
The Legal Limits of DIY Wills: Protecting Your Legacy with Professional Advice
When you want to get your affairs in order, picking up a pre-formatted Will kit from any number of outlets feels like a quick, cost-effective way. It might seem straightforward on the surface, but the legal reality under Queensland law is vastly different
Lease Disputes: How to Resolve Them Without Going to Court
When a commercial lease dispute hits, it’s easy to assume you’re headed straight for a messy legal battle. Learn how you can navigate a rental dispute smoothly, keep your sanity intact, and achieve a resolution that actually works for your business.
Australia’s New Anti-Money Laundering Laws: What Clients Need to Know Before 1 July 2026
Australia’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) laws will expand significantly. For the first time, many legal, accounting, conveyancing and property-related services will fall within the scope of the AML/CTF regime administered by AUSTRAC.
Handling Early Termination of a Commercial Lease: Penalties and Processes
Walking away from a commercial lease involves much more than just handing back the keys. In Queensland, these contracts are binding legal obligations, and breaking the lease early can trigger financial penalties if you don’t have a clear exit strategy in place.
Business Planning: Wills for Business Owners
We often see a great business plan accompanied by an unsound estate plan. Many entrepreneurs assume their standard personal Will covers their commercial interests, but the reality is that estate planning for businesses requires a much more meticulous approach.
Understanding Commercial Leases for Landlords in QLD
A QLD commercial lease is a completely different prospect compared to residential property. The stakes are higher, the documents are more comprehensive, and a set-and-forget mentality can lead to expensive disputes if you aren’t careful.
Signing the Guarantee: What Every Director Needs to Know About Personal Liability
Whether you’re securing a lease for a new shop or opening a credit account with a major supplier, you’ll likely be asked to sign a Director’s Guarantee. But before you pick up the pen, you need to understand exactly what you are putting on the line.
Legal Insights: Building vs Buying Your First Home in Queensland
Is it better to build or buy a house? For first home buyers, choosing whether to build or buy is often driven by lifestyle considerations such as location, timing and design. From a legal perspective, however, they are fundamentally different transactions.
When a Court Can Make a Will in Queensland
In Queensland, the statutory Will acts as a powerful legal safety net, allowing the court to step in and protect a person’s dignity and intentions when they cannot do so themselves. As succession lawyers, we’ve created this quick guide to explain how this process ensures assets are distributed according to a person's likely wishes rather than a rigid legal formula.
A Quick Guide to Insolvency and Insolvent Trading
When the business numbers stop adding up, two terms often start flying around: insolvency and insolvent trading. While they sound similar, they represent different legal realities. We believe that understanding these concepts isn’t just for accountants; it’s also a vital survival skill for every director.
How Commercial Conveyancing Differs From Residential: What You Need to Know
We often tell our clients that while residential and commercial transactions share the same goal, which is the transfer of title, the journey to get there requires a completely different set of tools. Read what you need to know about the differences between these two property transactions.
Bradley & Bray Lawyers is Turning 50 This Year!!
Bradley & Bray celebrates 50 years of legal service on the Sunshine Coast this year. We reflect on the firm’s journey over five decades, from its beginnings in 1976 through to its focus today on innovation, leadership, and client service.
What You Need to Know About Walk-In/Walk-Out Contracts (WIWO) When Buying a Business
Whether you are looking at a boutique café in Mooloolaba or a mechanical workshop in Nambour, understanding the meaning of a WIWO or Walk-In/Walk-Out business sale contract can be the difference between a smooth takeover and a legal headache.
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