From 1 July 2026, the AML/CTF travel rule may apply to property developers depending on how funds move through a transaction. Here is what it means, when it applies, and what to include in your program.
From 1 July 2026, we are required by law to verify client identity before starting certain matters. This article explains what we will ask for, why, and exactly how the process works.
Australia's expanded AML/CTF laws now apply to accountants, bookkeepers, lawyers, and real estate agents. Here is what has changed, who is captured, and what the four core obligations require.
New unfair contract laws in Australia now apply to more businesses and include penalties. Learn what has changed and why businesses in Footscray and Victoria should review their contracts.
Changes to contract terms in Australia can create risks for businesses in Footscray and Melbourne. Learn the early signs, legal risks, and what to do before problems escalate.
What is a Binding Financial Agreement (BFA) in Victoria? Learn what it covers, when to get one, and what makes it legally enforceable. Speak with PCA Lawyers in Footscray today.
What Victorian family law says about business ownership — and the steps to take now to make sure what you have built is properly protected.
A complete guide for first home buyers in Victoria. Learn about contracts, Section 32, government grants, cooling off periods, deposits and settlement.
Understand how a section 27 statement works in Victoria, including early deposit release requirements and how to navigate the legal process.
Discover the crucial elements of a Section 32 Vendor Statement and why it is absolutely necessary before selling a property.
Ensure you are protected by learning the key clauses to look out for when signing a commercial lease agreement in Australia.
A brief overview of how capital gains tax affects your real estate investments and steps to legally minimize your liabilities.
Learn the foundational steps to secure your family's future with a solid estate plan covering wills, trusts, and power of attorney.
Victoria's Equal Opportunity Amendment (Work from Home) Bill 2026 creates a new statutory right to work from home. Here is what Melbourne and Victorian employers need to know and do.
AI meeting bots and chat tools can quietly put legal privilege at risk. Here is what Melbourne and Victorian businesses need to know before using AI around legal advice.
Payday Super begins 1 July 2026. Melbourne and Victorian employers must pay super on payday, within 7 business days. Here is what changes and how to prepare.
The 2026 Budget changes capital gains tax and negative gearing rules. If you own an investment property, are about to buy one, or have unrealised gains on shares or business assets, here is what actually changed.
The 2026 Budget raised questions about testamentary trusts. Are they still worthwhile? Short answer: yes. Here is what changed, what hasn't, and why a testamentary trust still belongs in most family estate plans.
The structure you started with may not be the right one now. Here is how Melbourne and Victorian business owners can assess whether their current structure still fits — and what the options are.
The new financial year is a reset point for Melbourne and Victorian business owners. Here is a practical, action-driven guide to what to put in place from 1 July to start FY26 on better ground.
Identifying beneficial owners is one of the least understood requirements of Australia's new AML/CTF rules. Here is what it means in practice for Melbourne and Victorian businesses.
Many Melbourne business owners lose their super deduction by paying on 28 or 29 June. Here is why super timing matters and how to get it right before 30 June.
Time-sensitive EOFY checklist for Melbourne and Victorian business owners. Super, deductions, write-offs, trust distributions and more — what still needs to be done before 30 June.
From 1 July 2026, Phan Campbell & Associates is required to complete identity and compliance checks before providing certain services. We want you to know what to expect, why it matters, and how we are handling it.
Bookkeeping, business advisory, and forecasting work together to keep business owners in control of their numbers. A practical look at what each does — and how they connect.
Many business owners make decisions without proper financial oversight. Learn the risks, the warning signs, and the steps to take.
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