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NovThe Christmas and New Year’s holiday is fast approaching and can be a well-deserved break for those in the building and construction industry. Unfortunately, deadlines which fall on or around this period can be a potential source of stress, confusion and conflict for owners, developers and contractors alike and if missed, can result in financial burden. […]
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SepWhat is a cooling-off period? A cooling-off period allows Queensland homeowners a short timeframe to reconsider and potentially withdraw from a residential building contract after signing. Under section 35 of Schedule 1B of the Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 1991 (Qld) (QBCC Act), homeowners can withdraw from a regulated residential building contract (building contract) within five[…]
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AugShould I have my residential building contract reviewed by a lawyer? If you’re about to sign a residential building contract, whether for a new build or renovation, the short answer is “yes” – you should have your residential building contract reviewed by a lawyer. While there are industry drafted building contracts that comply with the legal requirements[…]
