MAP Lawyers

22/05/2026

BIG NEWS IN THE PROPERTY WORLD TODAY — ONE OF AUSTRALIA’S LARGEST CONVEYANCERS, SETTLE EASY, HAS ENTERED ADMINISTRATION.

This is a clear reminder that not all conveyancers are the same. When things go wrong in a high-volume model, it’s the client who can be left exposed.

At MAP Lawyers, we do things differently:
👩‍🎓 Every matter is managed end-to-end by a dedicated solicitor (not handed off to assistants)
💫 True fixed fees with full transparency — no hidden costs
❌ No kickbacks or referral fees to agents or brokers — our only priority is you

Your biggest asset deserves proper legal expertise and personal attention from start to finish.

Thinking of buying or selling? Get in touch for a no-obligation fixed-fee quote.

Link to article 👇 https://www.afr.com/street-talk/australia-s-6th-largest-conveyancer-enters-administration-20260521-p5zzgb

Settle Easy, the country’s sixth-largest conveyance firm, has fallen on hard times.

13/05/2026

🚨⚙️💸 NEGATIVE GEARING AND CAPITAL GAINS TAX (CGT) CHANGES - WHAT THE 2026 BUDGET MEANS FOR PROPERTY ACROSS AUSTRALIA 💸⚙️🚨

The Federal Government has announced major changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax (CGT) as part of the 2026 Budget.

The changes are not immediate. The two key dates are:
⏱️ 7:30pm AEST on 12 May 2026 — the Budget announcement time; and
🗓️ 1 July 2027 — when the main changes are due to start.
For property owners, buyers, sellers and agents, the transition rules matter.

WHAT IS CHANGING?
In short:
⚙️ Negative gearing will be limited mainly to new builds.
🏘️ Established investment properties bought after the Budget announcement will lose full negative gearing benefits from 1 July 2027.
💸 The 50% CGT discount will be replaced with cost base indexation for many assets.
💵 A 30% minimum tax rate will apply to certain real capital gains.
🏡 The family home CGT exemption stays.

PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK IN THE COMMENT BELOW FOR THE FULL BLOG ARTICLE, CONTAINING MORE DETAILS ON 👇🏼:
⛔ Negative gearing impacts
💥 Changes to capital gains taxes
⌛ The transitional period

02/04/2026

🐰 HAPPY EASTER FROM MAP LAWYERS 🐰

We extend our warmest wishes to you and your families for a wonderful Easter filled with joy, good health, and quality time together.

Wishing you a relaxing and meaningful weekend. 🌸🐣

16/02/2026

👉 Register here:
https://zurl.co/Yutoa

We’re incredibly grateful to Aaron Roberts of MAP Lawyers for coming on board as a Bronze Sponsor for the 2026 BNI Brisbane Central & North Breakfast Awards.

Buyers and Sellers often DISCOVER TOO LATE, that when it comes to conveyancing, NOT ALL CONVEYANCERS OFFER THE SAME QUALITY SERVICE.

MAP Lawyers provides true fixed fees with cost certainty, every matter is handled end-to-end by a dedicated solicitor (not passed between teams or paralegals as is common with competitors), and MAP’s seller disclosure service streamlines compliance and reduces avoidable risk and delay in the conveyancing process.

If you, or you know someone who is in need of a conveyancer in QUEENSLAND, NEW SOUTH WALES or VICTORIA, please reach out and join the THOUSANDS OF HAPPY CLIENTS of MAP Lawyers.

📍 Friday, 20 March 2026
📍 6:45AM - 8:30AM
📍 Victoria Park, Herston

13/02/2026

FIND A JOB YOU LOVE THIS VALENTINES DAY

Looking for a job to fall in love with? MAP Lawyers are looking for:
👨🏻‍🎓 A Junior Property Solicitor; and
👩🏻‍⚖️ An Experienced Property Solicitor

Join a supportive team of property law professionals where individual contributions are valued, and professional growth is truly encouraged.

Further details are available at the links below:

👉🏼 Junior Property Solicitor Position - https://www.seek.com.au/job/90295090

👉🏼 Experienced Property Solicitor Position - https://www.seek.com.au/job/90295361

20/01/2026

COMPLETING A REIQ CONTRACT IN QUEENSLAND?

✅👌🏼10 HOT TIPS TO ENSURE YOU GET AN A+++ 👌🏼 ✅

Putting the new Seller Disclosure Form 2 to one side, the new REIQ Contract (First Edition) has a number of changes that you should be aware of.
We have completed a blog article detailing 10 tips for completing the contract correctly to avoid unnecessary issues for all parties involved.

FOR FULL DETAILS ON HOW TO COMPLETE AN REIQ CONTRACT CORRECTLY – PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK IN THE COMMENTS SECTION BELOW⏬, WHICH CONTAINS:
📝 Using the correct form of contract
⌛ Due dates for deposit payments
⌚ Settlement extensions
🧾 GST
💸 Land tax
🚸 Property sold subject to tenancies or property has been rented in the past 12 months
🏊🏼 Pool safety certificates
🏙️ Lots in a Community Title Scheme and Lots in a Building Unit and Group Title Parcel
🕵🏼 Body Corporate Records Inspection Date
🧠 If in doubt – ask!

https://www.maplawyers.com.au/10-hot-tips-on-completing-the-new-queensland-reiq-contract-first-edition/

13/01/2026

NEW YEAR, NEW OPPORTUNITY

MAP Lawyers is hiring:
1 x Junior Solicitor position
2 x Law Student/Paralegal positions

Join a supportive team of property law professionals where individual contributions are valued, and professional growth is truly encouraged.
Further details are available at the links below:
👉🏼 Junior Solicitor position - https://www.seek.com.au/job/89607247
👉🏼 Law Student/Paralegal positions - https://www.seek.com.au/job/89607724

01/01/2026

🎉 HAPPY NEW YEAR 2026 FROM EVERYONE AT MAP LAWYERS! 🎉

As we close an incredible 2025, we want to say a huge thank you to our wonderful clients and referrers for your trust and support throughout the year. It’s been a privilege to stand beside you.

Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, healthy, and prosperous 2026 filled with new opportunities and bright beginnings.

Here’s to another year of working together! 🥂✨

#2026

14/12/2025

🎉🎅🎄 MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM MAP LAWYERS! 🎄🎅🎉
As we wrap up another wonderful year, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to our clients, business partners, and friends. Wishing you all a joyous Christmas and a prosperous New Year!
Please note: Our office will be officially closed from 5:00 PM on Friday, December 19, 2025, and will reopen at 8:30 AM on Monday, January 5, 2026, for the Christmas and New Year period.

🏘️ FOR THOSE BUYING OR SELLING DURING THE HOLIDAYS 🏘️:
Click the link below to learn how contract dates work during the festive season. 👇

https://www.maplawyers.com.au/what-happens-to-conveyancing-contracts-over-christmas-2025/

12/12/2025

SELLER DISCLOSURE MYTH VS FACT

MYTH❓: ‘Seller Disclosure is just a simple tick box exercise’
FACT ✅: Legal advice is required to ensure the Seller Disclosure is compliant – incorrect responses may result in termination or claim for compensation

MYTH❓: Sellers can fix anything missing or wrong later
FACT ✅: The Seller Disclosure must be compliant at the date it is given – if not, you risk termination or late negotiations

MAP LAWYERS SELLER DISCLOSURE PLATFORM: CORRECT, COMPLETE AND CONTRACT-READY

⌛ Shorter timeframes and smoother process
The portal consolidates all required seller disclosure material upfront as well as the information to complete the conveyance – all information is completed in one go at the one time. There are no delays while we wait for seller instructions.

🫨 Fewer contract risks
Structured prompts/questions help sellers provide complete information aligned with Queensland disclosure requirements – we don’t just ask the minimum and hope for the best.

👔 Legal expertise
All Form 2’s are prepared and reviewed by qualified solicitors.

🔑 Consistent buyer experience
Buyers receive a complete, professional disclosure pack that builds confidence and supports stronger offers.

🔁 Agent efficiency
Eliminate back and forth emails - agents can see in real time when a disclosure is finalised and signed (including outside of business hours).

💎 Transparent pricing
A Seller Disclosure for a house/land is approx. $899.00 including GST and approx. $1,049.00 including GST for a lot in a body corporate.

📝 We offer a free pre-signing contract review service
Where we are engaged to prepare the Seller Disclosure, we offer a free pre-signing review service, which includes the drafting of any unique special conditions (where needed).

CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW TO HAVE A LOOK AT OUR SELLER DISCLOSURE PLATFORM NOW 🔽

https://www.maplawyers.com.au/seller-disclosure/

Selling property in QLD? Let MAP Lawyers handle your Form 2 Seller Disclosure statement.