The news is full of first home buyers being priced out of the Auckland property market. The Invercargill market over the last few months has been buoyant. We’ve had clients miss out on a property when multiple offers were presented.
We have had a number of clients contact us following a recent newspaper article, concerned that if they die their estate will not be able to get their Kiwisaver.
Recent financial stress has seen many businesses close, leaving employees uncertain over future employment, and also concerned as to whether any wages, holiday pay or redundancy owing will be paid.
Some creditors (including employees) are given preferential rights’ and therefore are more likely to receive what is owed to them.
When a business is facing financial pressure, it can be very stressful, not only for the directors and shareholders, but all related parties including creditors, suppliers and employees. If you seek help early, and take good advice, then these stresses can be managed. The sooner a risk is identified, the more options that are open to a business to deal with financial stress.
Overgrown and messy trees can be the source of unwanted neighbourly friction. If your neighbour has overgrown trees interfering with your views or sunlight, or even dropping leaves onto your section, you do have rights, but you need to tread carefully.