Property
We're experts in the full spectrum of property transactions.
Hunt & Hunt takes a commercial and practical approach to property matters. We have a rich history partnering with clients on all legal matters that apply to the property sector. From project inception through to completion and ongoing management, our focus is to add value beyond purely our technical expertise.
Our client base comprises developers; local and international investors; owners; landlords; property funds, not-for-profits, and all levels of government – local, state and Commonwealth as well as government agencies and statutory authorities.
From asset protection, comprehensive advice on transactions, implementation of strategies and structures that minimise property tax, to high volume conveyancing; our team is able to provide solutions that are practical and cost effective.
Our expertise spans the full spectrum of property sector transactions including:
- Acquisitions and sales, including due diligence and report preparation
- Agribusiness
- Building and construction contracts
- Compulsory acquisition
- Conveyancing
- Crown land leasing
- Leasing and licensing, including retail leasing and liquor licensing
- Native Title
- Owners corporation rules and disputes
- Planning and environmental law
- Property management and development
- Property trusts and joint venture structures
- State taxes, GST and capital gains tax advice
- Subdivisions, including community title
- Syndicated property investments
- Valuation disputes
- Water law sales and purchases.
Latest Insights
Victoria Moves to a New Landholder Duty Model
On 1 July 2012, a new landholder duty model came into force in Victoria, replacing the previous land rich duty model. The amendments to the Duties Act 2000 have expanded the number of transactions in…
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Those in industry consider “security” issues all the time. Border security, cargo security, job security, personal security, asset security and security of that inappropriate and potentially incriminating video recording made by your colleagues (or colleagues)…
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Are you Happy with Your Lot? What the New Owners Corporation Amendment Act 2013 (Vic) Will Mean for You
Recently passed Victorian legislation provides clarity on the basis in which annual fees are to be set by Owners Corporations and establishes the procedure for Owners Corporations to follow for levying special fees, upgrading fees…
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