Living Blog
In November 2018, the NSW Parliament passed the Retirement Village Amendment Bill. This amended bill changes parts of the Retirement Villages Act 1999. In short, these bills protect both residents and prospective residents who want to downsize and live in lifestyle villages. It also works to introduce guidelines that people who run the retirement villages must comply with. In turn, residents can enjoy healthier and safer lives.
What Reforms Does the Bill Bring About?
There are five major reforms to the Retirement Villages Amendment Bill 2018. Their goal is to improve any dispute...
Legal questions to ask before moving into a retirement village
If you or your parents are considering moving into a retirement village, you'll find that there are a few differences to buying a home on the open market. We've compiled ten of the most commonly...
How can I help a family member in a domestic violence situation?
There are few things more heartbreaking than discovering a loved one is the victim of domestic violence. The root causes and damaging effects of abuse - emotional or physical - can be complicated and...
Domestic violence and family law: what can I do for my children?
It is every parent’s duty to provide the best upbringing possible for their own children. No child should ever have to experience or witness abuse, but keeping young ones protected can be a hard task...
The Better Living Report - Episode 2
In this months episode of the Better Living Report, we talk to Lachlan Anderson from Discover Wealth about the role financial advisers can play in the settlement process.
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What is a deferred management or departure fee, and what does it mean for my retirement?
A deferred management fee—also called a departure fee—covers any expenses incurred by a retirement community during your residency, and is charged when you move out. When you sell your unit, the...
Is domestic violence only physical?
When many people think of domestic violence, their mind immediately goes to the Hollywood stereotype of a brutish man being violent towards his wife. Although physical violence is the biggest source...
Understanding retirement contracts and village ownership
For many Australians, retirement means a change in their pace of life. This may come with the decision to downsize your home with the option of moving into a retirement or lifestyle village.
Domestic violence: what to do if your child is in an abusive relationship
There’s no love stronger than the one a parent feels for their child, so facing the possibility of your child experiencing any kind of abuse is distressing.
The Better Living Report - Episode 1
For our first episode of the Better Living Report, we talk to Amelia Brayley our Family Law Solicitor here at East Coast, about some of the common questions asked by our clients going through a...
