Property Law: What You Need to know About Property Law – Kealeigh Barker | Home Building Podcast
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Ever wondered what all those property terms actually mean green title, strata, survey strata, tenants in common, or joint tenants? In this episode of The Home Building Podcast, Behan sits down with Kealeigh Barker, property and leasing lawyer at Lavan , to unpack the legal side of property ownership in Western Australia. From understanding titles and strata schemes to knowing when to use a settlement agent vs. a lawyer, Kealeigh breaks down complex topics into plain English. You’ll also learn how to avoid common pitfalls like double stamp duty, poorly written contracts, and bylaw confusion. If you’re planning to buy, subdivide, or develop in WA this episode will help you protect your biggest investment.
Chapters
1:00 – Meet Kealeigh Barker from Lavan
3:00 – Explaining Titles: Green Title vs. Survey Strata vs. Strata
8:00 – When to Use a Lawyer vs. Settlement Agent
11:00 – Stamp Duty, Trusts & Common Legal Pitfalls
15:00 – First Homeowner Grant & Eligibility Rules
20:00 – Tenants in Common vs. Joint Tenants Explained
23:00 – Estate Planning, Wills & Power of Attorney
27:00 – Contract Conditions & Settlement Periods
30:00 – Structural Reports & Due Diligence Clauses
33:00 – Subdivisions & Hidden Costs
36:00 – Strata Bylaws & Common Disputes
39:00 – Legal Issues in Strata Schemes (EV chargers, exclusive use areas)
43:00 – AI and Legal Advice… Proceed with Caution
46:00 – The $10,000 Question
3:00 – Explaining Titles: Green Title vs. Survey Strata vs. Strata
8:00 – When to Use a Lawyer vs. Settlement Agent
11:00 – Stamp Duty, Trusts & Common Legal Pitfalls
15:00 – First Homeowner Grant & Eligibility Rules
20:00 – Tenants in Common vs. Joint Tenants Explained
23:00 – Estate Planning, Wills & Power of Attorney
27:00 – Contract Conditions & Settlement Periods
30:00 – Structural Reports & Due Diligence Clauses
33:00 – Subdivisions & Hidden Costs
36:00 – Strata Bylaws & Common Disputes
39:00 – Legal Issues in Strata Schemes (EV chargers, exclusive use areas)
43:00 – AI and Legal Advice… Proceed with Caution
46:00 – The $10,000 Question
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