Kim's Conveyancing Works in Wollongong, New South Wales | Lawyer & law firm

Kim's Conveyancing Works

Locality: Wollongong, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 4225 9222

Address: 37/71-83 Smith Street 2500 Wollongong, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.adamslegal.com.au

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25.01.2022 A lot is changing in our immediate world right now. So many questions and as expected, some anxiety. For all my clients that are in the process of exchanging contracts and those that are close to or working towards settlement, because of the online systems we use, I don't expect any interruptions to the conveyancing processes at all. Our firm and the conveyancing department are not closing down for any period. You know you can call or email us if you have any questions or concerns at any time and we will get back to you as quickly as possible. Take care everyone.

24.01.2022 We have been thinking about ways to reduce anxiety and offer reassurance. Hope this helps.

24.01.2022 NSW Court of Appeal decision on pets in strata schemes A recent Court of Appeal decision means that blanket pet ban by-laws for strata schemes are not valid and should be reviewed by the owners corporation. On 12 October 2020, the Court of Appeal of the Supreme Court of New South Wales handed down its decision in Cooper v The Owners Strata Plan Strata Plan No 58068 [2020] NSWCA 250. The Court of Appeal ruled that a by-law imposing a blanket ban on the keeping of animals ...at the Horizon apartment tower in Darlinghurst was oppressive and breached strata laws: section 139(1) of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (the Act). In addition to making blanket pet ban by-laws invalid, the decision also sets an important precedent for how the principle of ‘harsh, unconscionable or oppressive’ is applied to by-laws under the Act, and is binding on lower Courts and the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (the Tribunal). If a lot owner or owners corporation are unsure or disagree on whether a by-law is oppressive, they can apply to the Tribunal for a decision. It is recommended that owners corporations review their by-laws following the Court of Appeal’s decision. The statutory review of NSW strata schemes laws is due to start later this year. The review will closely examine how the Act deals with pet by-laws. See more

24.01.2022 Sharing a review: Business client Last edited Today Verified... Kim is an Absolute pleasure to deal with from the start till the end. Clear, concise, polite and professional is how I would describe Kim. Thank you!

24.01.2022 BREAKING NEWS- We have made it easier and more convenient for you to reach us. Make contact using https://adamslegal.leapweb.com.au/

23.01.2022 Excited to announce we now have two JP's in our office. Both Sarah Adams and Allie Adams offer their free service as a Justice of the Peace which means that at Adams Legal and Kim's Conveyancing works we meet all your legal needs.

23.01.2022 We have made the top three for a few years now. Very proud to part of the team of Adams Legal. Go us!

22.01.2022 NSW Court of Appeal decision on pets in strata schemes A recent Court of Appeal decision means that blanket pet ban by-laws for strata schemes are not valid and should be reviewed by the owners corporation. On 12 October 2020, the Court of Appeal of the Supreme Court of New South Wales handed down its decision in Cooper v The Owners Strata Plan Strata Plan No 58068 [2020] NSWCA 250. The Court of Appeal ruled that a by-law imposing a blanket ban on the keeping of animals ...at the Horizon apartment tower in Darlinghurst was oppressive and breached strata laws: section 139(1) of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (the Act). In addition to making blanket pet ban by-laws invalid, the decision also sets an important precedent for how the principle of ‘harsh, unconscionable or oppressive’ is applied to by-laws under the Act, and is binding on lower Courts and the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (the Tribunal). If a lot owner or owners corporation are unsure or disagree on whether a by-law is oppressive, they can apply to the Tribunal for a decision. It is recommended that owners corporations review their by-laws following the Court of Appeal’s decision. The statutory review of NSW strata schemes laws is due to start later this year. The review will closely examine how the Act deals with pet by-laws. See more

22.01.2022 Kim was very proud to have a role in the opening ceremony of the Invictus Games on the weekend as part of the Pipes and Drums of the Australian Defence Force. Such a professional, hard working and cohesive team which produced an impressive and professional performance.

21.01.2022 New Opportunities to attract First Home Buyer clients: NSW Government updates stamp duty thresholds Yesterday, the NSW Government announced updates to stamp duty thresholds which is set to boost first home buyer activity and housing construction across NSW - all part of the Government’s COVID-19 Recovery Plan. Under the changes, stamp duty will be eliminated on newly-built homes below $800,000 and will take thousands of dollars off properties up to $1 million. In addition, t...he stamp duty threshold on vacant land will rise from $350,000 to $400,000, phasing out at $500,000. Please note this is for newly built homes only. No mention of threshold increasing if you are buying an existing home. The relief will be applicable for contracts dated from 1 August 2020 and run for one year.

20.01.2022 Buying or selling a property anywhere in the 'GREEN' area?? We can act for you! Location is not an issue in this digital age, where staying in contact with clients is as easy as picking up the telephone or pressing send on that email! Call us today to speak to our experienced and friendly conveyancing team.

19.01.2022 Sharing a review: Khum Kim is very well organised, with timely reponses to all questions and concerns raised. She proactively dealt with the issues relating to our settlements and provided sound advice on these matters. Highly recommended! Thank you Khum. I appreciate your feedback and wish you well in the future.

19.01.2022 Well, to say we had an amazing, fantastic, disrupting, innovative, sharing and caring, pushing us to our limits 3 days is an understatement! And we are officially exhausted. @ Rydges Hotels & Resorts

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18.01.2022 This is a very relevant article that I was lucky to be invited to comment on. Worth a read for many reasons. https://www.google.com//off-the-plan-apartments-fall-/amp/

18.01.2022 NSW Land Registry Services (LRS) announced from May 11, 2020 there would be new lodgement processes implemented to enable close to 100% electronic lodgement and submission of documents. This is to reduce the need to attend the LRS Lodgement Office in person, ensuring your safety during COVID-19. What does this mean for you? Stage one: May 11 Electronic Lodgement Network Operators (ELNO) subscribers can electronically lodge paper Real Property Act dealings with a La...nd Title Reference. This will include dealings which are not currently available for electronic lodgement as well as mandated documents. Stage 2 May 25 Paper documents which don’t have a Real Property Act Land Title Reference or where the Land Title is not electronically tradeable including Powers of Attorney, Old System Documents and Primary Applications may be electronically lodged.

17.01.2022 Some tips shared by one of our local prominant estate agencies.

16.01.2022 Thought of the week: if you have had your offer accepted to buy a property, get your contract reviewed before you sign. While you might still have a cooling off period, you have entered a contract. Be smart, get advice first.

16.01.2022 Have a nice weekend everyone. Now remember if anyone of you or someone you know is signing up with an agent this weekend, you are signing a contract. Before you sign it, we can review it for you for free and we will make sure you understand the terms. We are off to a band competition on Sunday. I have attached a photo of us practising (during lunch) this week.

16.01.2022 Real estate agents are promoting buying now while prices are down a bit and interest rates are low. I can certainly see value in that for many people. Consider the settlement period. For example, if the contract is 6 weeks and you are planning on moving into the property at settlement, if we are at that time in lock down you may be caught between having to move out (because you have given notice to your landlord) and needing to move but not lawfully allowed to do so. Seek advice before you exchange the contract.

15.01.2022 CASE LAW UPDATE-Can a purchaser rely on an occupation certificate to determine whether or not a building has structural defects? The below case is a reminder for ALL PURCHASERS to obtain a comprehensive building inspection report before buying a property. The Court of Appeal found that certifiers, such as Council, do not owe a duty of care to purchasers when issuing an occupation certificate. This could potentially mean that even though council has issued a final occupation ...certificate, the property may still contain structural defects that do not comply with approved plans. For more information about this case, go to: https://www.aicnsw.com.au/do-certifiers-owe-a-duty-of-care/ Back story: The purchasers bought a property that the previous owners had renovated. The Council, as a principal certifying authority (PCA), undertook inspections of the property and subsequently issued an occupation certificate. However, after the property was purchased it was found that the building had structural defects and did not comply with the engineer’s drawings or approved plans. The purchasers brought a claim against the owner-builder, against the engineer and against council for breach of their duty of care to the subsequent owners. Judgement: The primary judge held that Council did owe a duty of care to the purchasers because the purchasers relied on the occupation certificate to determine if the property was fit to occupy, and as PCA, Council was expected to exercise care and skill in issuing the final occupation certificate. The Appeal: Council appealed the primary judge’s decision and the Court of Appeal found that council DID NOT owe a duty of care to the purchasers. The court noted that the role of the certifier is limited: to look at certain aspects of the property and ascertain whether certain criteria is met. Take home message: Always get a building inspection report before buying! The case is a warning to prospective purchasers who buy from owner-builders, as buildings may not comply with approved plans.

14.01.2022 Thought of the week: if you have had your offer accepted to buy a property, get your contract reviewed before you sign. While you might still have a cooling off period, you have entered a contract. Be smart, get advice first.

13.01.2022 Very proud of two of our paralegals after the weekend. Both Sarah Adams and Allie Adams along with Katie Adams competed in their first Spartan sprint proving (as we already know) that they are up for a challenge, determined, competitive, strong and very capable. Well done! Go team Adams.

12.01.2022 About to step into the room with journalists from print and TV to pitch to them about our unique approach to settling family law matters. A wee bit excited! #meetthepressmasterclass

11.01.2022 Sylvia's review Today Sold my property to my brother Kim was great. So efficient, so easy .. no extra fees for quicker transaction unlike the others ... Absolute pleasure ..Thank you Kim

11.01.2022 Our law firm has been working for our clients in dealing with property in Qld and Victoria using paper based transactions for a number of years now. We now have jurisdiction to transact electronically in NSW, QLD and Victoria. Kim's Conveyancing Works- making life easier.

09.01.2022 Before you hire a Conveyancer call us to find out the four most important things you need to know when dealing with property. 0417022253 or 4225 9222. Call Now!

08.01.2022 DUTY DEADLINES- A common misconception is that Stamp duty only becomes payable at settlement (once you have purchased the property). THIS IS INCORRECT. When buying real property, stamp duty is payable either 3 months from the date of exchange, or the date of settlement. WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. If you are buying off-the-plan, than you may defer the payment date by 12 months. The deferral program comes in handy for those lengthy off-the-plan contracts! Contact our office if you require any further information regarding stamp duty and purchasing property in general.

08.01.2022 Thank you to Aaron, our year 10 work experience student from T.I.G.S, for brightening up our office with these beautiful flowers . We were also given chocolates, but these seem to have been "misplaced" by one of our solicitors... It was a pleasure having you in the office Aaron!

07.01.2022 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS-Do I need to attend settlement?? The short answer is, no. It is standard practice for licensed conveyancer's and solicitors to arrange and attend settlement on behalf of their clients. At settlement, property documents are exchanged for money, and it is very important for both sides that documents are executed correctly and money is drawn in accordance with instructions. After settlement, we have the pleasure of contacting the buyer or seller and giving them the happy news that settlement has been completed-we will never tire of hearing that unmistakable note of excitement! Please contact our office if you would like more information about our conveyancing services.

07.01.2022 Code of Conduct for short-term rental accommodation starts 18 December 2020 A new Code of Conduct for short-term rental accommodation starts on 18 December 2020 to better manage and address anti-social behaviour, amenity impacts (including in shared facilities, such as pools and gyms) and other issues experienced by neighbours and communities. The new Code has been published on the Fair Trading website. There are new requirements under the Code for all participants including... hosts, guests, letting agents and booking platforms. The Code allows the Commissioner for Fair Trading to take disciplinary action against participants who breach the Code, including listing people who commit serious breaches on an exclusion register. People on the exclusion register will be banned from participating in the short-term rental accommodation industry for five years. There are more changes to come with planning controls and a premises register currently under development. Stay subscribed to Property Matters to receive updates. The Code of Conduct and more information on the regulatory framework are available on the NSW Fair Trading website. Hosts and letting agents need to be aware that COVID-19 Public Health Orders affect holiday rentals and holiday homes by imposing limitations on the number of people who can be on the premises. Short-term rental accommodation providers are required to ensure the maximum number does not exceed 20 people. The NSW Government encourages businesses and organisations to complete a COVID-19 Safety Plan where appropriate, even if there is no requirement under the Public Health Order to do so. For information on completing a COVID-19 Safety Plan please visit the NSW Government website.

07.01.2022 Code of Conduct for short-term rental accommodation starts 18 December 2020 A new Code of Conduct for short-term rental accommodation starts on 18 December 2020 to better manage and address anti-social behaviour, amenity impacts (including in shared facilities, such as pools and gyms) and other issues experienced by neighbours and communities. The new Code has been published on the Fair Trading website. There are new requirements under the Code for all participants including... hosts, guests, letting agents and booking platforms. The Code allows the Commissioner for Fair Trading to take disciplinary action against participants who breach the Code, including listing people who commit serious breaches on an exclusion register. People on the exclusion register will be banned from participating in the short-term rental accommodation industry for five years. There are more changes to come with planning controls and a premises register currently under development. Stay subscribed to Property Matters to receive updates. The Code of Conduct and more information on the regulatory framework are available on the NSW Fair Trading website. Hosts and letting agents need to be aware that COVID-19 Public Health Orders affect holiday rentals and holiday homes by imposing limitations on the number of people who can be on the premises. Short-term rental accommodation providers are required to ensure the maximum number does not exceed 20 people. The NSW Government encourages businesses and organisations to complete a COVID-19 Safety Plan where appropriate, even if there is no requirement under the Public Health Order to do so. For information on completing a COVID-19 Safety Plan please visit the NSW Government website.

07.01.2022 They say its your birthday! Da na na da da. Gonna have a good time! Happy birthday Allie.

04.01.2022 Intermission at Pentatonix concert.

04.01.2022 Adams Legal and Kim’s Conveyancing Works lets you know Why you need a lawyer/licensed conveyancer when you buy a property. Buying a property is a huge milestone and likely to be the biggest purchase you’ll ever make, so it pays to have your wits about you....Continue reading

04.01.2022 Sharing a review: Khum Kim is very well organised, with timely reponses to all questions and concerns raised. She proactively dealt with the issues relating to our settlements and provided sound advice on these matters. Highly recommended! Thank you Khum. I appreciate your feedback and wish you well in the future.

03.01.2022 What a treat! So very lucky to have thoughtful clients.

03.01.2022 Living in NSW but wanting to buy in Victoria. Selling in Qld and buying in NSW. You dont need to engage a different Lawyer or Conveyancer in each state. We act for our clients in every Eastern state making your interstate move easy for you.

02.01.2022 Conveyancing News The Conveyancing (Legislation) Amendment Act 2018 was passed by Parliament on 13 November 2018. Purchasers of off-the-plan property will now have greater certainty about what they are buying. Before the contract is signed, vendors will be required to disclose crucial information about the development (including sunset dates) in a mandatory disclosure statement, and attach key documents to be prescribed by the regulations. ... Vendors will have to notify the purchaser of any material changes that may adversely affect the enjoyment of the property by the purchaser including lot size and internal configuration. Internal configuration is a main factor of decision making for purchasers when entering a contract so notification of any changes will be a major plus for the purchaser. The purchaser will also have statutory remedies in that if they would not have entered the contract had they known about these changes, the contract can be rescinded or they may be able to seek compensation. The cooling off period for off the plan contracts will be 10 days- an increase from 5 days. These changes are not yet in force. We will keep you advised of the date when it is announced. For further information you can follow this link https://www.registrargeneral.nsw.gov.au//changes-to-convey

02.01.2022 Happy New Year to you all. We are all back at work after enjoying a restful time for some, adventure packed for others. I know we have all spent valuable time with family and friends. 2019 (as with all years) will bring changes and challenges. From July 2019 all mainstream property transactions in NSW will need to be performed using the electronic conveyancing systems(PEXA). Sarah and I are on top of this and not only navigate the platform with ease but have done the extra wo...rk to be PEXA certified. We took the Registrar Generals advice and started sooner rather than later. We are also authorised to attend to electronic conveyances in Qld and Victoria. So wherever you live on the east coast of Australia, we can do the work you require. Have a great year and we hope to hear from many of you soon.

01.01.2022 Yesterday I posted that we were in the top 3 as best rated Estate Planning Lawyers in Wollongong. More great news. Also top 3 Family Lawyers in Wollongong! I can feel a celebrational staff lunch coming on.

01.01.2022 Time to call the Ghostbusters. There is a Ghoul in the water.

01.01.2022 Some kind words from our clients, thank you: Many thanks to Kim and Sarah for making our first home buying experience a breeze! We'd heard plenty of horror stories about the process from people who clearly weren't in the capable hands of Christopher Adams & Associates, and won't hesitate to send others your way.