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A Sigh of Relief You Didn’t Know You Could Breathe: The End of 12-Year Liability for Deeds in Queensland
Most people understand that you can’t wait forever before taking legal action against another person or company.But few realise how long Queensland law has allowed that “waiting period” to stretch—especially when it comes to Deeds. That’s about to change, and for...
The Impact of Easement Law Reforms: What You Need to Know
One of the core principles of property ownership in Queensland is simple — if you own it, you get to enjoy it without interference. But in practice, that principle often needs to bend a little. Take the classic “battle-axe block” example: a block surrounded by other...
How Queensland Leasing is Changing in 2025
ignificant changes are on the horizon for both landlords and tenants of commercial leases. These updates form part of the sweeping reforms introduced by the Property Law Act 2023, which comes into force on 1 August 2025. At Venus Law Corporation, we’ve broken down the...
Understanding Building Management Statements: Why Legal Review Matters
As a property owner or investor, you’ll come across a range of legal documents that define your rights, responsibilities, and relationships with others in your development. One of the most important — yet often overlooked — is the Building Management Statement (BMS)....
5 Core Elements of British Columbia’s New Property Law Reforms
In the realm of “old legislation overdue for an update,” British Columbia’s property law framework has long been due for modernization. Thankfully, the provincial government has taken important steps to reform the laws that govern property ownership, conveyancing, and...
Understanding the New Seller’s Disclosure Obligations Under the Property Law Act 2023
Big changes are coming for Queensland property sellers — and for the agents who represent them. Starting 1 August 2025, the Property Law Act 2023 will introduce a completely new set of seller disclosure obligations, replacing the current fragmented framework. In...
Understanding the New Consent Requirements in Commercial Leases
As new property and tenancy regulations continue to evolve in British Columbia, landlords and tenants need to be aware of their obligations when it comes to lease approvals and consent procedures. From August 2025, updated legal standards will impact how lessors...
Buyer’s Termination Rights in BC: When You Can Walk Away
Buying a property can sometimes feel like walking through a minefield. One moment you’re excited about your dream home — the next, you uncover issues the seller conveniently forgot to mention. Fortunately, buyers in British Columbia have legal protections when sellers...
Seller’s Disclosure: Are You Just Dumping Data?
The new seller disclosure requirements under British Columbia’s real estate laws are now in full force. As a result, buyers, sellers, agents, and property lawyers are all working to understand how to properly complete a seller’s disclosure — and how to review one...
Agents Need to Stop This Common Practice: Understanding the New Queensland Seller Disclosure Laws
The Changing Landscape for Queensland Agents Real estate agents in Queensland have long taken the lead in preparing much of the documentation for residential property sales. But that long-standing practice is about to change — and fast. With Queensland’s new seller...
A Sigh of Relief You Didn’t Know You Could Breathe: The End of 12-Year Liability for Deeds in Queensland
Most people understand that you can’t wait forever before taking legal action against another person or company.But few realise how long Queensland law has allowed that “waiting period” to stretch—especially when it comes to Deeds. That’s about to change, and for...
The Impact of Easement Law Reforms: What You Need to Know
One of the core principles of property ownership in Queensland is simple — if you own it, you get to enjoy it without interference. But in practice, that principle often needs to bend a little. Take the classic “battle-axe block” example: a block surrounded by other...
5 Core Elements of British Columbia’s New Property Law Reforms
In the realm of “old legislation overdue for an update,” British Columbia’s property law framework has long been due for modernization. Thankfully, the provincial government has taken important steps to reform the laws that govern property ownership, conveyancing, and...
Seller’s Disclosure: Are You Just Dumping Data?
The new seller disclosure requirements under British Columbia’s real estate laws are now in full force. As a result, buyers, sellers, agents, and property lawyers are all working to understand how to properly complete a seller’s disclosure — and how to review one...
The Impact of Easement Law Reforms: What You Need to Know
One of the core principles of property ownership in Queensland is simple — if you own it, you get to enjoy it without interference. But in practice, that principle often needs to bend a little. Take the classic “battle-axe block” example: a block surrounded by other...
Understanding Building Management Statements: Why Legal Review Matters
As a property owner or investor, you’ll come across a range of legal documents that define your rights, responsibilities, and relationships with others in your development. One of the most important — yet often overlooked — is the Building Management Statement (BMS)....
Agents Need to Stop This Common Practice: Understanding the New Queensland Seller Disclosure Laws
The Changing Landscape for Queensland Agents Real estate agents in Queensland have long taken the lead in preparing much of the documentation for residential property sales. But that long-standing practice is about to change — and fast. With Queensland’s new seller...
How Queensland Leasing is Changing in 2025
ignificant changes are on the horizon for both landlords and tenants of commercial leases. These updates form part of the sweeping reforms introduced by the Property Law Act 2023, which comes into force on 1 August 2025. At Venus Law Corporation, we’ve broken down the...
Understanding the New Seller’s Disclosure Obligations Under the Property Law Act 2023
Big changes are coming for Queensland property sellers — and for the agents who represent them. Starting 1 August 2025, the Property Law Act 2023 will introduce a completely new set of seller disclosure obligations, replacing the current fragmented framework. In...
Understanding the New Consent Requirements in Commercial Leases
As new property and tenancy regulations continue to evolve in British Columbia, landlords and tenants need to be aware of their obligations when it comes to lease approvals and consent procedures. From August 2025, updated legal standards will impact how lessors...
Buyer’s Termination Rights in BC: When You Can Walk Away
Buying a property can sometimes feel like walking through a minefield. One moment you’re excited about your dream home — the next, you uncover issues the seller conveniently forgot to mention. Fortunately, buyers in British Columbia have legal protections when sellers...
Understanding the New Seller’s Disclosure Obligations Under the Property Law Act 2023
Big changes are coming for Queensland property sellers — and for the agents who represent them. Starting 1 August 2025, the Property Law Act 2023 will introduce a completely new set of seller disclosure obligations, replacing the current fragmented framework. In...
Buyer’s Termination Rights in BC: When You Can Walk Away
Buying a property can sometimes feel like walking through a minefield. One moment you’re excited about your dream home — the next, you uncover issues the seller conveniently forgot to mention. Fortunately, buyers in British Columbia have legal protections when sellers...
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