Retail Leases in Australia: What You Must Know Before Signing 

Taking on a retail lease is an exciting step for a business, and it’s a significant commitment too. Therefore, you need to exercise due diligence for both your rights and obligations before you sign a retail lease agreement which is a significant legal document that binds both parties.  

As part of signing the lease agreement, it is highly recommended to seek qualified advice from a specialised leasing lawyer. 

Retail Leases Regulations in Victoria updated in 2023

Retail tenants and landlords should be aware that Victoria’s Retail Leases Regulations 2013 expired on 16 April 2023 and the Victorian Government has since updated them. 

While the new 2023 regulations do not have many substantive changes compared with the former 2013 regulations, there are new disclosure statements that were made available on 1 December 2022When entering or renewing a retail lease, landlords must give their tenants a disclosure statement, which outlines essential lease information (e.g. the term of the lease, occupancy costs) so the tenant can understand, at a glance, the key elements of the lease.

Three Reasons to Understand Different Australian Commercial Property Verticals

Looking to build your SMSF, Family Trust, or personal investment portfolio?  

Commercial property is a great option to consider because it provides both yield and capital growth. In order to optimise your investment portfolio, here are three things to understand when you are investing in commercial property.  

5 Expert Tips for Property Investment in Australia 

Australian property investment can prove to be very rewarding, and like all financial decision making, it’s essential to approach building your investment portfolio with careful consideration and research.  

You may be looking to add a new industry sector to your current property portfolio or considering diversifying your investment into property management. 

Montville Project

We are excited to announce an important milestone in our growth. In December 2022, we made our first development acquisition, which comprises a mix of Soho and Townhouse Complexes in Montville, Queensland. This acquisition presents a unique opportunity to provide much-needed accommodation and commercial space in the last commercial site on the main street of Montville. 

Market Snapshot Q1 2023

Australia is still a popular place for international and domestic investment in the property sector. Australian property is expected to remain strong in 2023 with the industrial and residential sectors leading the tenant demand. Increased interest rates are being felt on a global basis and investors are looking for stable environments to invest in, which makes Australia a popular destination due to transparent government policies, population growth, infrastructure development, and demand for quality space.