Debt collectors must be licensed in Western Australia under the Debt Collectors Licensing Act 1964 .
You need a debt collectors licence if you:
Working as a debt collector without a licence is against the Act and may incur a fine of up to $50 000.
Private landlords and landlord organisations can choose between using BondsOnline or manual forms.
Real estate agents must use BondsOnline. We may accept a manual form in special cases. You must include a written explanation why BondsOnline can't be used.
There are two types of manual forms:
A CPD activity must relate to an approved CPD topic. Some topics may fall under more than one of the CPD subject areas.
Contact one of the approved training providers for details about the courses they provide and the relevant points.
The Settlement Agents Act 1981 (the Act) imposes serious obligations on the settlement industry and the way it operates. Failing to meet those obligations can result in the Department issuing an infringement notice, prosecuting offending licence holders before a court or initiating disciplinary action in the State Administrative Tribunal (SAT).
The proactive compliance program was established in 1999. The function of the program is to assist agents in complying with legislative requirements, to identify and rectify areas of risk and provide advice to agents.
Objectives of the proactive compliance program are to:
The Settlement Agents Act 1981 gives the Commissioner the power to make arrangements in respect of fidelity and professional indemnity insurance for settlement agents operating in Western Australia.
The major steps for applying for incorporation are:
Groups will need to choose a preferred name for the incorporated association. Incorporated association names must:
This list covers the key terms covering the buying and selling of a property. You may want to contact a solicitor for legal advice about the standard contract for the sale of property and to have a form of general conditions explained.
Before making any major decision, it is a good idea to get legal and financial advice. A variety of support services are listed below.
Depending on the issue you need advice on and your income and assets, it is possible you will not be able to get free legal assistance, and you will have to pay a private lawyer.
Deciding where you want to live in your retirement can be daunting. No one knows what the future holds - you need to take into account various situations may arise but also realise you cannot control every possibility.
Housing needs change with time. You may be considering changes to your housing that better meet your finances, lifestyle or present or future needs, it is a big decision. Here are some questions you may want to consider before making any changes.
