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The Department of Family and Community Services is the NSW Government department responsible for ensuring the safety, security and inclusion of NSW residents. Their departments include children, family and carers, domestic and family violence, community inclusion and housing & homelessness.
Before being renamed in 2011, the Department of Family and Community Service (FaCS) was known as DoCS, or the Department of Community Services. One of their primary responsibilities is ensuring the safety of children and families. This article deals with the reasons for, and results of, FaCS getting...
The pros & cons of buying off the plan
Buying off the plan has become a popular choice both for investors and home buyers. It’s a very affordable way of buying property, particularly for young people wanting to enter the housing market or...
What you should know before you decide to separate
Before you and your partner make your final decision to separate, it’s important to understand what’s really involved.
Why selling your home in the new year is a good idea
If you’re wanting to sell your home, you might have heard that January is one of the worst times of the year to sell. But in fact, you might even be able to get a better deal for your home.
Understanding adoption law in NSW
Adoption is a daunting, emotional and lengthy legal process. It can be very expensive and it often takes several years to finally achieve the outcome you desire – but at the end of it all, your...
Taking advantage of January's real estate lull
Ask any real estate agent, and they'll tell you that January is the quietest month in their calendar. There are a few reasons for this, but the holiday period tends to be one when society focuses on...
The worrying trend of domestic violence over Christmas
Christmas is traditionally a time of joy and togetherness for families, but for victims of domestic abuse it can be a time of increased trauma. Statistics show significant increases in domestic...
First-time home buyer’s guide to property inspections
Purchasing property is one of the most significant financial decisions you will ever make in your life, so it makes sense that it should be an informed decision. Before you sign on the dotted line,...
What are the signs of emotional abuse in a relationship?
When we talk about domestic abuse in relationships, many people automatically think of physical violence. That isn’t always the case.
A guide to buying a house at auction
There are a few different ways to buy a house in Australia and house auctions is one of the most common yet mysterious.
If you've never bought a home before – or just never attended an auction –...
