Fair Entitlements Guarantee

The Fair Entitlements Guarantee Act 2012 (‘FEG’) replaced the General Employee Entitlements and Redundancy Scheme (‘GEERS’) when it commenced on 5 December 2012. FEG provides financial assistance to cover certain unpaid employment entitlements to eligible employee who...

Improving your online presence

Improving the online presence of your small business can provide various benefits. One of the key benefits is that can help you achieve better interaction with current and potential new customers. Many improvements which you could undertake are also not expensive. How...

What is a Reverse Mortgage?

A reverse mortgage allows individuals to borrow money using the equity in their home as security. The loan can be given as a lump sum, a line of credit or a regular income stream. However, this type of loan is aimed at retirees. This type of mortgage is not new,...

Probate – Is it always required?

The answer is no, not always. Much will depend on the nature and extent of the deceased’s assets. Where Probate has not been obtained, the estate is regarded as being administered ‘informally’. This may occur where organisations (such as banks) release funds and other...

What are the key Rules of Property Investment?

Do you know the rules? Rule 1: Pay the right price for the property It sounds obvious but it is something that is often overlooked. It is usually considered one of the most crucial steps in achieving a successful investment. Ensuring that you pay the right price for...