Recently on the Gold Coast New Zealand buyers lost their $60,000 deposit because they were not able to settle on the settlement date on an off the plan contract. They asked for an extension. The developer refused. As a result, they lost their apartment. They then took to the media with their story and called the developer morally wrong' for not providing an extension. We are experts in off the plan projects and contracts. This segment is to provide the harsh reality and truth on off the plan contracts, that buyers should not expect the developer will simply grant an extension of time if they cannot settle. That is not how it works. Time is of the essence in Qld. Any buyer under an off the plan contract that receives legal advice that the developer will "most likely" grant an extension if they cannot settle on time, is being misled. Whilst we can all empathise with buyers who are in a situation where they cannot settle and run the risk of losing their 10% deposit, buyers need to know from day 1 when they sign that contract, the risks and the harsh reality that if they do not settle, they will very well lose their deposit, regardless of why they cannot settle. At Priala Legal we advise all of buyers of this very clearly and prep them at least 3 months in advance when the project is coming to completion, of how to be ready and reminding them again of the harsh reality if they cannot settle.
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Posted By Despina Priala
Despina Priala has practised in property and commercial law on the Gold Coast for over 25 years and has extensive experience in this area.
Updated : 3rd December 2023 | Words : 258 | Views : 74
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