Real estate disagreements can involve landlords and tenants, owners, developers, investors, contractors and other parties. The useful starting point is to identify the relationship, the property and the documents governing the transaction.

This article provides general information only. The appropriate procedure depends on the nature of the property, agreement and dispute.

Tenancy and payment disagreements

Disputes may concern rent, payment records, notices, maintenance responsibilities, renewal, termination or the interpretation of lease terms. The signed lease and documented communication are often central to understanding the issue.

Handover and project concerns

Delayed or incomplete projects, handover condition, payment milestones and differences between agreed and delivered work may require review of the sale agreement, schedules, receipts, inspection records and correspondence.

Prepare the property record

  • Tenancy, sale or development agreement
  • Property and party details
  • Payment receipts and account statements
  • Handover, inspection or completion records
  • Notices and correspondence
  • Existing complaint or settlement documents

Consider an appropriate resolution route

Depending on the matter, communication or negotiated settlement may be considered before a formal process. If formal proceedings or representation are required, appropriately licensed professionals should handle that work.