Bangalow Conveyancing

22/10/2026

🏢 Did you know NSW strata committee training requirements have recently changed?

Since 1 October 2026, strata committee members must complete free online training within three months of their appointment, subject to certain exemptions.

The training covers committee responsibilities, legal duties and managing strata properties.

💬 Do you own a strata property or sit on a strata committee? What are your thoughts on the new requirements?

🔗 Find out more about the changes down below!

From 1 October 2026, NSW strata committee members must complete annual training. Learn how the training will support strata committee members and how to access it.

21/10/2026

🏡 NSW Property Updates: What’s Changed?

The NSW Government has introduced changes affecting renters, property purchasers and strata owners.

🔑 Renters
• Rent increases limited to once every 12 months
• Background check fees banned at the start of a tenancy
• Rental bonds transferable when moving homes

🏠 Property purchasers
• Stronger action against property underquoting

🏢 Strata owners
• Strata Building Health Checks to help plan for the future
• More options for paying levies during financial hardship
• Annual training for strata committees

📌 Want to know more? Follow the link below to explore the changes and how they may affect you.

Whether you rent or pay a mortgage, housing costs can take up a large part of your income. Learn how to get help with everyday housing expenses and access support to find a safe and secure place to live.

09/10/2026

🏢 Buying a strata or body corporate property?

A recent Queensland dispute highlights why getting the right legal advice matters when property issues arise.

An owner who used AI when preparing a body corporate dispute was ordered to pay $2,000 in costs after their application relied on incorrect and unsupported legal references.

For purchasers, this is also a reminder that buying into a strata or community title property can involve additional responsibilities, rules and potential issues to consider before you commit.

Bangalow Conveyancing provides conveyancing services across both Queensland and New South Wales, helping purchasers understand the legal aspects of their property purchase.

Read more about this case down below.

Lot owners, renters and body corporates have been put on notice after an adjudicator made the rare decision to award costs because of a flawed AI-assisted dispute application.

09/10/2026

07/10/2026

🏡 Buying property in Byron Bay?

A recent ABC News article looks at the ongoing debate over building height limits in Byron Bay.

Planning controls can affect what you can do with a property after purchase, so it’s important to understand the relevant restrictions before you commit. Conveyancing searches can help identify important information and restrictions affecting a property.

If you’re buying or selling property in Byron Bay, speak with our conveyancing team on 66870548.

The northern NSW community has fought for decades against high-rise buildings, but developers may have found a way around local planning restrictions.

02/10/2026

Your rental property has flooded. What happens next?

If your rental property becomes uninhabitable, you may have questions about your tenancy, rent, repairs and your obligations as a landlord.

Temporary accommodation is another consideration. You are not automatically required to provide it, and whether your insurance covers accommodation will depend on your policy.

Need advice about your legal obligations? Contact our team on 66870548 to discuss your circumstances.

*This information is general in nature and does not constitute legal or insurance advice.

17/09/2026

Please note that our office will be closing at 3:00pm today (17/09/26) for staff development.

We’ll be back to our usual office hours tomorrow. Thank you for your understanding.

09/09/2026

🏠 Who’s really involved in your property transaction?

A recent ABC News story highlights an important issue for property vendors - what happens when a real estate agent, or someone connected to them, has an interest in purchasing the property they are selling?

In NSW, there are rules around agents acquiring an interest in a property they are engaged to sell, including disclosure requirements. Agents also have obligations to act honestly, fairly and professionally and in their client’s best interests.

It’s a good reminder of why having your own independent conveyancer can be so important - someone looking after your interests throughout the transaction.

Read the full ABC News story down below👇

Disclaimer: Shared for general information and awareness purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

A Perth real estate agency has been issued a warning for allegedly breaching conflict of interest laws after its agents bought a home that they were hired to sell.

03/09/2026

🚨 AI is making property scams harder to spot.

New research from PEXA has found that Australians' confidence in identifying property scams has fallen from 51% to just 41% in the past year.

Scammers are increasingly using phishing emails, fake payment requests, impersonation and AI-generated voices to target property buyers.

🏠 Protect yourself by:
• Independently verifying bank details
• Being cautious of urgent payment requests
• Confirming any changes to payment details directly

When large sums of money are involved, always stop and verify before you transfer.

Read the full story on realestate.com via the link below 👇

*This post is general information only and does not constitute legal advice.

At least half of Aussies say they would pay out $80,000 if they received this “terrifying” email, with experts warning - it’s one of the most convincing scams.