The Trusts Act 2019 will come into force on 31 January 2021. The new Act replaces the Trusts Act 1956 and applies to all existing and new trusts in New Zealand. Many New Zealand trusts were created by “mum and dad” settlors who appointed themselves as trustees...
When a person moves into a retirement village, they are usually only paying for a right to occupy a particular unit, and can be surprised to learn they will not be the owner of the dwelling itself or the land it sits on. Although retirement villages have various ways...
Ex Files: Separate Property and Relationship Property When couples have been living in a de facto relationship (or have been married or have been in a civil union) for more than three years, and then decide to separate, the division of their property will need...
Enduring Powers of Attorney (“EPAs”) are documents in which you appoint a trusted person to make important decisions on your behalf whilst you are alive, but mentally incapable. They give you peace of mind that your affairs will be looked after, if due to age, illness...
Are you considering subdividing your property? Subdivisions may seem a daunting and complex process by many, but with the right team of professionals at your side the subdivision process can be completed with minimal fuss – in essence it simply a process which is...
