Services
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Need to know costs before instructing us? No problem. We have set fees for many of the services we provide and are happy to discuss these with you before commencing any work.
Residential & Commercial
Conveyancing
Moving house can be one of the most stressful events in a person’s life. The last thing you need is the worry of wondering what should be done next. We offer a friendly and professional conveyancing service to ensure you are guided through the buying or selling process.
If you’re looking to sell your house or investment property, we can look over the listing agreement, approve your auction agreement, if this is the course you are taking, and/or advise on any offer you receive before you sign it.
If you’re looking to purchase a new home or investment property we can look over the agreement before you sign it to ensure any conditions such as finance, building report, a council Land Information Memorandum or anything else that is important to you, are included.
Financing, Refinancing & Reverse Mortgages
Refinancing your current borrowing to a new lender involves the repayment of your current borrowing and discharging the bank’s mortgage off the title to your property and at the same time arranging the drawdown of the new lending and placing the new lender’s mortgage onto the title. We will need to meet with all of the owners named on the title to the property to sign the new loan documents and documentation to update the title. It usually takes a week to work through this process once we receive the new Bank’s loan documentation.
A reverse mortgage is a type of mortgage that does not require regular repayments. Interest is compounded and the loan secured against a property. This type of loan should not be entered into without legal advice. We can discuss the pros and cons of this type of lending before you proceed.
Subdivisions
With Government policies directed at intensification of housing, subdividing a larger property could be an opportunity for you to explore. We have experience in both small residential and large residential and commercial developments and are happy to meet with you to discuss whether subdividing is an option for you. We have good relationships with local surveyors and can work with them to achieve the outcome you desire.
Business Sales & Purchases
Business ownership is not for the faint hearted. So, before you take the plunge, we recommend you get your group of trusted advisers together to discuss the pros and cons of the opportunity, the appropriate structures for ownership and that adequate risk mitigation processes are implemented at the outset. We’re happy to discuss your opportunity and work through the process before you commit.
If you’re looking to sell your business, we can work with you and your other trusted advisers to ensure you obtain the outcome you desire, including advising on any after sale limitations that may be included in the sale agreement. We can also work with you to ensure that the correct information is obtained from the purchaser to give to the Landlord to enable a consent to assignment of any lease you may have in place.
Trusts, Wills & Powers of Attorney
Trusts are often used for asset protection in a variety of circumstances. We can discuss asset planning using Trusts and the pros and cons of using a Trust in your circumstances. There are many duties and disclosure obligations to navigate and we can assist you through those processes.
If you have assets in New Zealand and/or have people who depend on you then you should have a Will. Assets include things like vehicles, property, life insurance and Kiwisaver. Preparing a Will is the best way to ensure that your wishes are carried out after you pass away. Making a Will ensures that your friends and whānau do not suffer unnecessary delay or expense when finalising your affairs. Your Will is activated when you pass away. We are here to provide you with professional legal advice in preparing your Will and managing your estate after you pass away.
A general power of attorney is a document where you authorise someone else (or more than one person) to sign documents on your behalf. A general power of attorney is only effective if you are alive and of sound mind.
An Enduring Power of Attorney is a type of Power of Attorney that applies while you are alive and remains effective even if you lose mental capacity. We can discuss the various options available to you in putting in place this type of Power of Attorney.
Estates
Losing a loved one is not only stressful but can also be a very lonely time for those left behind. It’s a time when a little bit of compassion can go a long way to assist in navigating the journey of finalising your loved one’s last wishes. We are here to help you navigate this process. When you are ready, we will meet with you and confirm what you would like us to do and what you can easily do yourself. If there is a Will, we will discuss whether Probate is required and assist with the documentation involved. If there is no Will, we will assist you with the appropriate applications for administration of the Estate and help you navigate the administration and distribution process.
Commercial Leases
Owning or occupying a commercial property is a serious investment. Too often we see Landlords or Tenants entering into an Agreement to Lease without following this up with a formal Deed of Lease. Both Landlord and Tenant should ensure that their investment is properly protected and we can assist in negotiating, drafting and advising on the best form of Lease for the premises involved.
Retirement Village
Licences
We have many clients who enjoy the comfort, security and companionship that retirement villages provide. This type of occupation of a property is very different to home ownership. We are happy to talk with you about the process if you are thinking of buying an occupation licence at a retirement village.
