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Property Law: What You Need to know About Property Law – Kealeigh Barker | Home Building Podcast

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. 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 About our guest Kealeigh Barker, from Lavan senior associate at Lavan, one of Perth’s leading law firms. With over a decade of experience in conveyancing, commercial law, and property settlements, Kealeigh is known for her ability to simplify complex legal matters and ensure clients are protected through every stage of property ownership and development. Get in touch with Kaeleigh - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kealeigh/... Lavan’s websites - https://www.lavan.com.au/ Found the episode useful? Please follow & leave a comment. It really goes a long way to getting it to more people like you. Need building advice? Find out more on our IBA website www.independentbuildingadvice.com.au Want more home building episodes? Visit our YouTube or website https://independentbuildingadvice.com... Follow us on socials: Instagram | Facebook | YouTube Legal Disclaimer: The information in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be taken as legal advice. Every property and situation is different, so always seek independent legal advice before acting on anything discussed. Opinions expressed are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect those of Independent Building Advice or Lavan.