Blogs + Legal Updates
Practical legal insights for property, business and real estate professionals.
Legal Update Alert: Big News for ACT Agents – Record Keeping Just Got Easier!
ACT real estate agents can now store records electronically. Discover the new compliance rules and what they mean for your agency's record keeping.
Selling Shares in a Company: What You Need to Know About Warranties
Protect your business sale with accurate disclosures and strong contracts. Learn how to avoid disputes involving misrepresentation and warranty breaches.
Are You Using AI to Handle Tenancy Disputes? Here’s What You Need to Know!
Using AI like ChatGPT in tenancy disputes? Learn what QCAT and NCAT allow—and how to stay compliant when handling tribunal matters with tech.
Rent Roll Warranties: The Clause That Saved Our Client’s Business
A rent roll purchase went wrong—but one contract clause protected the investment. Discover how property law advice can prevent client poaching risks.
You Can Now Be Sued for ‘Serious Invasions of Privacy’ in Real Estate
New Australian privacy laws allow tenants to sue real estate agents for serious breaches. Learn the risks, legal obligations and steps agencies must take.
New CPD Rules for QLD Property Pros: What You Need to Know (and Do!)
Stay compliant with Queensland real estate CPD requirements, legal updates and privacy obligations. Learn how REALGATE Legal can help reduce risk.
You Built a Thriving Agency But Forgot the Legals?
Start or scale your real estate agency with confidence. Learn key legal essentials, including structures, contracts, trademarks, and compliance for growth.
When the Contractor Walks Away, Who Gets to Keep the Commission?
Protect your real estate commissions with expert legal insights. Understand commission laws, contractor agreements and how to avoid costly disputes.
New Psychosocial Hazard Laws For Real Estate
Understand new psychosocial hazard laws for real estate businesses and learn how to stay compliant, reduce workplace risks, and protect your team.
When a "Boozy Lunch" Leads to a Legal Battle: Lessons for Real Estate Agents
A boozy lunch led to a legal dispute. Explore key lessons on verbal contracts, real estate law, and protecting your agency with proper agreements.
Workplace Surveillance Laws: What Real Estate Agencies Need to Know
Understand workplace surveillance laws for real estate agencies. Stay compliant with employee monitoring, privacy obligations and legal requirements.
New Year, New Rules: What Agencies Need to Know About Criminal Underpayment Laws in 2025
Avoid underpayment risks in real estate. Understand wage obligations, Fair Work laws, pay rates and how to protect your agency from penalties.
Rent Roll Interests Explained: Keeping Your Best PMs Without Giving Up Shares
Reward key staff without giving away company shares. Learn strategies for structuring rent roll interests and growing your real estate agency.
Queenslanders Beware: Are You About to Buy a Problematic Rent Roll?
Queensland rent roll buyers can avoid costly mistakes. Learn about Form 6 assignments, legal risks, due diligence and expert advice.
Don’t Be That Agent: How Misrepresentation & Bad Advice Cost This Agent $7 Million
Learn key real estate law lessons from a NSW agent case, including ethical duties, legal risks, and responsibilities in high-stakes property transactions.
End of Year Leave and Shutdown Periods: What Real Estate Employers and Employees Need to Know
Understand end-of-year leave laws for Australian real estate agencies, including shutdowns, annual leave, employee rights, and compliance obligations.
Share Sale vs. Asset Sale: Choosing the Right Structure for Your Agency Sale
Selling a real estate agency? Learn the key differences between share sales and asset sales with expert legal advice for Australian agency owners.
Protecting Your Commission: Why a Proper Signature is Essential
Protect your real estate commission by ensuring contracts are properly signed. Learn from a real NSW case and avoid costly legal disputes.
How Proposed Anti-Money Laundering Law Changes Could Impact Your Agency
Proposed AML law changes may impact Australian real estate agencies. Learn about AUSTRAC obligations, compliance requirements, and how to prepare.
Navigating the New Privacy Bill: What Real Estate Agents & Businesses Need to Know
Stay compliant with Australia's Privacy Bill 2024. Learn key privacy law changes for real estate agencies and avoid costly penalties with expert guidance.