When Construction Goes Wrong, Insurance Can Step In
Building a home is meant to be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. It’s where savings, ideas, and emotions come together to create something meaningful – a place to live, grow, and feel safe. But sometimes, the process doesn’t go to plan. Defective work, delays, or even a builder who walks […]
The Hidden Promises in Your Building Contract
When you sign a domestic building contract, you might assume that everything you’re agreeing to is written on the page. But what if we told you that, under Victorian law, you’re also agreeing to a series of promises outlined in legislation? These promises are known as implied warranties – non-negotiable obligations that apply by law […]
What’s in Your Building Contract?
Building or renovating your home can be one of the most exciting times in your life – but it can also be one of the most stressful. Between the plans, the costs, and the endless decisions, it’s easy to overlook one of the most important parts of the process: the building contract. If you’re […]
Expert Strategies for Home Building Contract Negotiations
Embarking on your dream home journey? Unlock success with these ten professional tips for navigating home building contract negotiations. 1. Builder Due Diligence – Thoroughly vet your builder’s credentials, past projects, and client testimonials. A reliable builder lays the foundation for a seamless home-building experience. 2. Precision in Vision – Clearly communicate your vision, detailing […]
Sending Notices Under Construction Contracts
Construction contracts in Australia typically require parties to give notice of certain events or circumstances in order to protect their legal rights and interests. These notices are often referred to as ‘claims’ or ‘notifications’ and can be critical in resolving disputes and avoiding legal proceedings. Notices under construction contracts are typically issues for one […]
Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 2002 (VIC)
The Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act (BACISOPA) was first introduced in New South Wales in March 1999 and has since been adopted by the other states and territories of Australia, most recently South Australia in December 2011. The purpose of this legislation is to ensure that progress payments (which are required to […]
A Guide to Standard Construction Contracts
Standard contracts are widely used in the construction industry. They are designed by experts in the field and provide detailed provisions covering the most common issues arising in the industry. Most commonly, standard contracts are used as a base, and are then further amended to reflect the individual needs of the parties. The following article provides […]
6 Common Conveyancing Traps
If you are buying a property you want to make sure that there are no hidden traps contained deep within the contract of sale. We have explored some common clauses to look out for. Some contracts of sale may include ‘special conditions’ usually designed to benefit the vendor at the expense of the purchaser. Warlows […]