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Cater & Blumer

Locality: Griffith, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 6966 7700

Address: 147-153 Yambil Street 2680 Griffith, NSW, Australia

Website: http://caterandblumer.com

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25.01.2022 FAQ WITH C & B 1. Am I eligible for exemptions from stamp duty? There are numerous exemptions available for different circumstances. The most common exemption is for a first home buyer purchasing their first home. This is available for a purchaser if the individual and/or their spouse or a couple have never owned a residential property in Australia. To be eligible the following criteria must be met:... - You must be over the age of 18 years. - You must be an Australia Citizen or permanent resident. - You must occupy the property as your principal place of residence for a continuous period of 6 months commencing within the 12 months of the completion date of the Contract. 2. Why am I paying the vendors rates and water accounts? Rates and water accounts being paid on settlement appear on the settlement statement. This is collected from the Vendors amount due to them on settlement. Within the settlement statement there will be an adjustment for the purchasers shares of the rates and water from the date of the settlement up until the end of the instalment period. A payment is then made upon completion so that upon settlement the rates and water charges are paid up to date. 3. Can I sell my farm and keep my water entitlements and shares? Yes you can retain your water entitlements and shares which you can either transfer to another farming property that you own or you can create a customer only account with your irrigation company. If you are looking to purchase a property or intending to sell your property please call 02 6966 7700 to make an appointment with Melissa.

25.01.2022 September 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day. Today also coincides with RUOK day. The team at C&B are proud to support suicide prevention by wearing their brightest and funkiest socks to work. Always remember it is okay to talk. Use these four steps and have a conversation that could change a life:... 1. Ask R U OK? 2. Listen 3. Encourage action 4. Check in If you or someone you know is struggling, please access these resources: https://www.wellways.org/ https://www.ruok.org.au/ Wellways Griffith City Council #sockittosuicide2020 #ruokday2020

24.01.2022 Melissa Curry, Grace Blumer and William Glowrey spoke with the Area News about the new Solicitor Outreach Service (SOS) introduced by the NSW Law Society. The SOS program connects NSW lawyers to confidential, psychological support, a positive initiative which is commended by the Cater & Blumer team.

23.01.2022 Cater & Blumer's FAQ with William Glowrey DRIVING OFFENCES 1. What am I being charged with? ... If you are charged by the police in relation to driving and alcohol, it is likely that you will be charged with one of the following offences:- - Low Range Prescribed Concentration of Alcohol (PCA): reading between 0.05 0.08; - Mid Range PCA: reading between 0.08 0.15; - High Range PCA: reading between 0.15 7; - Novice Range: 0.00 7 for L, P1 or P2 drivers; - Special Range: 0.02 7 for certain drivers; and - Driving under the influence of alcohol: if the police can establish that at the time of driving you were impaired by alcohol. 2. Will the police suspend my licence straight away? All of these offences carry on the spot suspensions. Generally, this will be finalised in Court with a disqualification which will back date to when your licence was suspended. You may wish to discuss an appeal with your solicitor. 3. Can I get a work licence to drive to and from work? No. Work licences no longer exist in New South Wales. 4. What happens if I refuse to give a breath sample? You are required by law to give a breath sample when directed. Failing to do so is an offence with the penalties being the same as a High Range PCA, irrespective of whether or not you have been drinking. 5. What happens when I get arrested? You will be taken to the police station. You will then be asked to provide another breath sample which will be the Blood Alcohol Concentration you will be charged with. 6. What if I am not guilty? It is possible to challenge the reading taken by the police. It is important to discuss this with your Solicitor and have your rights explained to you.

20.01.2022 An iconic advocate for women's rights, US Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, dies aged 87. https://www.abc.net.au//us-supreme-court-justice-/12681148

19.01.2022 Welcome to Cater & Blumer's official Facebook page. There could not have been a more fitting time than the current for us to join the world of social media. As COVID-19 continues to present unprecedented challenges to everyone, we have taken additional safety measures to ensure the protection of our staff and clients.... We are prioritising other methods of communication, such as telephone, email, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom to stay in contact with our clients. Face to face appointments are available if necessary. Please call the office if you require advice or an appointment. We hope you all stay safe. Note: When posting on Cater & Blumer’s Facebook page, we expect a level of respect and civility. We welcome your feedback, but spam, offensive language or content, and name calling may result in removal of post. All content must also be in line with Facebook's Terms of Use: http://www.facebook.com/terms.php

18.01.2022 Congratulations Anna Curran on passing her first conveyancing exam with flying colours and to Grace Blumer who officially finished her final exam of her law degree.

18.01.2022 The lovely ladies at our Leeton Office getting in to the Christmas spirit on our last (festive) Friday for the working year!

17.01.2022 BORDER CLOSURE TO PROTECT NSW From 12:01am Wednesday 8 July 2020, the NSW government will close the NSW border with Victoria. Under the Public Health (COVID-19 Border Control) Order 2020, people who have been in Victoria within the last 14 days will not be allowed to enter NSW unless they have a border entry permit or are exempt. ... Returning NSW residents are required to go in to 14 days self-isolation. Penalties for breaching the Order: A person found in breach of the public health order faces up to an $11,000.00 fine and/ or six months imprisonment. For the most current information on what you can and can’t do under the rules, go to the NSW Government website: https://www.nsw.gov.au//what-you-can-and-cant-do-under-rul.

16.01.2022 See below, the second instalment of Melissa Curry’s frequently asked conveyancing questions. If you are looking to purchase a property or intending to sell your property, please call 02 6966 7700 to make an appointment with Melissa. 1. What are my options for a deposit?... The standard deposit is 10% of the purchase price. However, in some circumstances the vendor may be willing to accept a reduced deposit, for example a 5% deposit. Alternatively, you can also discuss with your bank or broker the option of a deposit bond, which is a bond that is issued upon unconditional finance approval at a fee. 2. Should I get a pest and building report? It is a personal choice. However, our advice is that you should obtain a pest and building report to ensure that you are aware that your purchase is free from infestation, and that the building is structurally sound. This ensures you are aware of any immediate work which needs to be carried out prior to exchange of contracts. 3. Do I need a Contract of Sale to market my property for sale? If you are intending to sell a residential property (house, block of land, unit), you are required by law to have a proposed Contract of Sale available for review by the Purchaser. This includes if you are intending to sell privately, or listing the property for sale with your chosen real estate agent.

11.01.2022 William Glowrey joined our firm in January 2019 and was admitted as a Lawyer in March 2019. William’s main area of interest is criminal law and regularly appears in both the Local and District Court’s in criminal and traffic matters. William appears in the Griffith, Leeton, Narrandera and Hay courts. William also accepts grant from the Legal Aid for eligible clients. ... If you need some advice in relation to a criminal matter, contact William on (02) 6966 7700.

10.01.2022 Congratulations to Lily O’Keeffe who recently graduated from the University of Canberra with a bachelor of laws and second class honours.

07.01.2022 Over the past few weeks, the team at C&B have had the pleasure of hosting work experience students in the office. The friendly, respectful and driven students all hope to pursue a career in the legal profession. This past week, we had Simeon Cork from Coolamon Central School in the office and it has been an absolute pleasure having him with us. We wish all our past and present work experience students all the best in their studies!

06.01.2022 The team at Cater & Blumer would like to wish everyone a very merry Covid-19 safe Christmas and a prosperous New Year. We hope those who are travelling to be with loved ones, travel safely. We would also like to take the time to thank all of our valued clients for their continual support during this difficult year. The continued support is greatly appreciated by the staff at Cater & Blumer. A friendly reminder to our clients that our office will be closed from 1pm Thursday 2...4th December 2020 and will re-open at 8.30am on Monday 11th January 2021. We look forward to seeing you all in the New Year.

06.01.2022 A heartfelt story which encapsulates the importance of having a will. "I encourage people to consider making a will. It doesn’t matter how you should pass, what assets you possess, whether you have children or any of your personal circumstances. If you are over 18, you should have a will. It means that you nominate people to action your affairs and wishes." Contact our office to make an appointment to make your will today. ... PH: (02) 6966 7700 Email: [email protected]

03.01.2022 Cater and Blumer announce the first series of 'FAQ with C & B’ where our practitioners answer frequently asked questions often asked by clients. FAQ with C & B Our licensed conveyancer, Miss Melissa Curry has been a valued staff member of Cater & Blumer for over 20 years. ... Melissa provides frequently asked questions and answers about conveyancing: 1. What is meant by 'Exchange of Contract'? Exchange of contract is the dating of the Contract of Sale, making it legally binding on the parties. Upon exchange, the completion date can be calculated. In most cases, settlement is 28 days from exchange. 2. Should I review the contract with my conveyancer or solicitor before bidding at auction? Yes, we advise that you should. If you are intending on purchasing a property at auction, you should review the contract with your legal representative before attending the auction. If you are the successful purchaser, you will be required to immediately sign the contract, pay a deposit, and contracts will be exchanged. There is no cooling off period in an auction contract. If you review the contract after having signed the contract at auction, and there are undesirable conditions or unknown easement/restrictions, you will not have a right to rescind the contract. 3. Is there a cost to reviewing a contract I am considering purchasing a property at auction? No, we provide free advice on the review of an auction contract. If you are looking to purchase a property or intending to sell your property, please call (02) 6966 7700 to make an appointment with Melissa.

03.01.2022 Did you know that divorce in Australia follows the no-fault principle. This means that the Court does not need to know the reason why two people are getting a divorce, just that the marriage has broken down irretrievably. Do I need a divorce? Are there time limits around divorce? When can I apply for a divorce?... Will the divorce resolve my children and property issues as well? If you need these questions answered, or any other advice in relation to a divorce, contact us on (02) 6966 7700.