retail shop leases act

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A Lease in Retail means a contract by which one party conveys land, property, services, etc. to another for a specified time, usually in return for a periodic payment. A legal document outlining the terms under which one party agrees to rent property from another party. A lease guarantees the lessee (the renter) use of an asset and guarantees the lessor (the property owner) regular payments from the lessee for a specified number of months or years. Both the lessee and the lessor must uphold the terms of the contract for the lease to remain valid.

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    Hi all, I am looking for a retail leasing specialist in Vic to have a chat about an issue with a former landlord, damage to a building and implications under Section 54, 52 of the Retail Leases Act VIC. At this stage I just have a couple of questions, and am hoping to get some help. Thanks...
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    WA Signing retail lease when bankrupt

    I would like to sign a retail lease for a market stall that is three days a week trade. I can easily afford the rent even if I didn't sell a single thing. What are my obligations as a bankrupt to reveal to the lease holder? Am I actually allowed to sign a lease? Also my trading name uses my...
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    Hi. I have broken my commercial lease due to a marriage breakdown and inability to pay for a separate work and residential. My business is beauty therapy, acupuncture and massage. My lease states that it should not be used for premises covered by the Retail Shop Leases Act, which it is. Does...