The intergenerational transfer of farm assets was made a viable option for many families after the introduction of the stamp duty exemption in 1994. It allowed some flexibility in Succession Planning and a real option for planning for the future. Our experienced team at Commins Hendriks has assisted hundreds of families to access the stamp...
Selling a rural property takes preparation. We can work with you to prepare a contract which assists in the marketing of your property. At the same time, you must make sure that the contract covers all the issues particular to you and the time of year that you sell. Buying a rural property involves much...
We have an experienced team in assisting and advising clients on a range of rural issues. Commins Hendriks can assist its clients in dealing with issues arising under the Farm Debt Mediation Act 1993, including the preparation of necessary documentation, reviewing and assisting in developing strategies to deal with the issues, and attending at mediation...
Commins Hendriks Solicitors has a team which specialises in Succession Planning for farming and business families. Succession Planning is an integral part of ensuring that everything you have worked hard to build throughout your life is viable now and into the future. The aim of succession planning is to maintain, develop, and improve existing structures...
The Water Management Act 2000 (NSW) was progressively introduced from 1 July 2004, bringing significant changes which have influenced the way in which water management procedures operate throughout other states. The Water Management Amendment Act 2014 was passed by the NSW Parliament in late 2014, introducing changes relating to a range of aspects of water...
At Commins Hendriks we have the specialised knowledge to assist you with all your questions regarding pension planning. Are you entitled to a pension? Would you be entitled to a pension if your personal assets were re-organised? Are you having a dispute about your pension entitlements? Did you know that some assets are excluded from...
Commins Hendriks is able to assist you with compiling your compensation claim should you own land that is being acquired on a compulsory basis by a government agency. Our experienced team can liaise with property valuers, town planners, forensic accounts, agronomists, and/or engineers to get the best possible outcome for you. We offer advice on...
Commins Hendriks can assist you with regard to any easements or restrictions placed on a parcel of land. An easement is a section of land registered on your property title, which gives someone the right to use the land for a specific purpose even though they are not the land owner, e.g. a shared driveway....
Disputes can arise for a variety of reasons. You may have a dispute with your business partner or it may be someone you do business for. The dispute may be as simple as an issue over a fence with a neighbour or perhaps with a family member. When disputes arise, it is important to note...
The Personal Property Securities Act (Cth) 2009 (PPSA) introduced a national set of rules for taking security over personal property – property other than land. The new rules impact a wide range of commercial activities, often in unexpected ways. If you are engaging in any of the following types of activity, you need to consider...
Choosing the right business structure and insurance options for your circumstances is crucial to the success of your enterprise and for your taxation and asset protection. Our Commercial Law team has the expertise and experience in providing advice on range of matters, such as establishing companies, business trusts, business partnerships, and “buy ins, buy outs”,...
