What is a LIM Report, and Why is it Essential for Property Buyers?

Pier Law recommends that all purchasers order a Land Information Memorandum (LIM) report when purchasing…

Making Building More Affordable

As part of the Government’s commitment to increase the supply of affordable housing, the Building…

Residential Tenancies Amendments

The Coalition Government’s plan to improve tenancy laws took another step forward in May, with…

Recent Changes to Kāinga Ora Products

Kāinga Ora announced that as of 1pm on 22 May 2024, no more First Home…

Changes to the Bright-Line Income Tax Rules

We are now officially in winter in New Zealand as the days are getting shorter…

Reverse Mortgages – will they impact my Estate?

Reverse Mortgages – will they impact my Estate? Reverse Mortgages – will they impact my…

Information included in a LIM Report

A Land Information Memorandum (“a LIM”) is a report that is prepared by the local…

What is an Occupation Right Agreement?

What is an Occupation Right Agreement? Due to an aging population, Retirement Villages are becoming…

The Effects of Property Ownership

The Effects of Property Ownership Jointly owned, or tenants in common? In this article, we…

First Home Buyers Guide

First Home Buyers Guide Are you thinking about buying your first home? Big yay! It…

Guarantees – Discussing anti-discharge clauses

Most guarantees have an “anti-discharge” clause, these clauses are designed to prevent a guarantor from…

A review of cross-lease issues

It is said that a cross-lease is one of the most complicated forms of property…