Interoperable ELNOs -what does this mean for your firm?
In October 2019, Sympli lodged it’s first registry instrument, a mortgage, in NSW. With two electronic lodgement network operators (ELNOs), how will e-Settlements work? In order to facilitate competition between electronic lodgement network providers, it’s…
NZ has new anti-money laundering legislation, should Australian follow suit?
Earlier this year, New Zealand implemented new anti-money laundering (AML) legislation in an effort to curb the flow of illicit money entering the housing market. Meanwhile, Australia has been scrutinised for its slow reaction to…
Update from the Office of the NSW Registrar General: Off the Plan contracts
Are you ready for the new off-the plan contract laws in NSW? The Office of the NSW Registrar General announced late last week that the commencement of new off the plan contract laws, is expected…
Top tips to fight cyber-crime and protect your business and clients
One in three businesses will be impacted by cybercrime by the end of 2019. No matter the size of the business, many are not safe from cybercrime. Hackers use small businesses as gateways to bigger…
New data shows where your conveyancing business may have the most growth potential
Recently, Queensland launched digitised residential tenancy agreement. These smart contracts offer the functionality to handle payments of bond and rent, plus facilitate inspections and maintenance. REIQ suggests that these new smart contracts will make QLD…
Be alert not alarmed to flags on a property search
When planning to build or develop land, buying a new property or make changes to existing property, it is important to consider what may impact the intentions of your client. Whether the area they are…
Why being an innovative legal firm can drive success and how
Innovation is a term that’s often used in business. In many businesses, you’re likely to hear the terms “innovation” and “innovative” multiple times. Yet, it is often so loosely used that we sometimes forget what…
Queensland reduces paperwork in property conveyancing
Earlier this year, QLD parliament passed a bill amending the Land Title Act 1994 so that paper Certificate’s of Title (CT), will no longer have any legal effect. This will be in place from today,…
Four steps to help you conduct your due diligence
Identity crime is happening in Australia today. In fact, according to the Australian Federal Police, it is one of the most common crimes affecting the Australian community, costing upwards of $1.6 billion annually. In August…
“I walked away with practical tips to grow my firm”
InfoTrack presents Cultivate 2019 – complimentary seminars to grow your practice. Today, InfoTrack presented Cultivate 2019 at the ICC Sydney. As the first of three complimentary growth seminars, Cultivate 2019 is designed to help lawyers…