In this issue

1. Protecting the elderly
2. Easements
3. Ni Hao: Doing business with Chinese investors
4. Drinking and driving – don’t do it
5. Postscript

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Protecting the elderly

People often find themselves looking after someone else’s money or property under an enduring power of attorney (EPA) but they are unsure what they are supposed to do. A recent High Court decision1 demonstrates the risks of ignoring the strict duties which are imposed. Although this is an actual case the names have been changed for privacy reasons.

In this issue

1. P-contamination in Residential Property
2. Looking at Buying Your First Home? Look into KiwiSaver
3. Property Briefs

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In this issue

1. Do you really need all that paper?
2. Who’d be in business?
3. Business Briefs

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FEATURE ARTICLE

Do you really need all that paper?

The way we live our lives and operate our businesses is always changing. Amongst the biggest changes is the move to electronic communication and information. Despite its potential for quick, efficient communication and the reduction in the need for paper and storage, ironically, many people find themselves surrounded by more paper than ever!