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A land lease community is a gated residential community operating under the land lease model, supported by specific government legislation which guarantees ongoing security and peace of mind.

The model lets you enjoy the benefits of conventional home ownership. Should you ever wish to sell, the capital gain is all yours, without fees. But you also enjoy some of the advantages of renting – no council rates and no stamp duty. No strata or body corporate fees. Just a weekly site fee which eligible residents offset with rent assistance.

Land lease agreements are simple and transparent, a modern solution that has evolved alongside the changing face of life after full-time work. It offers flexibility and freedom as well as security and support for long, rich lives of camaraderie and community.

 

Supported by solid legislation

While the specific legislation governing the land lease model varies from state to state, the rights and obligations for vendors and residents are largely similar. They are designed to protect you and provide long-term, secure tenure, so you can be confident that you Ingenia Lifestyle home is your forever home, yours for as long as you want it.

You can find more on the relevant land lease legislation in your state and how it affects you here:

QLD:
The Manufactured Homes (Residential Parks) Act 2013 and The Housing Legislation (Building Better Futures) Act 2017

NSW:
Residential Land Lease Communities Act of 2013

VIC:
Residential Tenancies Act 1997 (Vic), Part 4A

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Contracts and documentation

When you decide to purchase a home with us, you will be given a disclosure statement which outlines everything you need to know. It will cover important details like site fees and utilities, and list all inclusions, as well as the rules of the community you are interested in. You can see what’s covered here.

Once you decide to proceed, a contract for purchasing your home will be sent either digitally or in hard copy for you to review and sign by a nominated time, along with an approximate settlement date. You’ll find that this contract is much like you’d find buying any other property.

You will also be issued with a Residential Site Agreement, the lease for the land your home is on. It outlines the community rules for your perusal and agreement. By signing, you effectively agree to the terms set out in the disclosure statement. You can view an example here.

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What is land lease living like?

Put simply, the land lease model is a way of financing the lifestyle you want, while ensuring a financially secure future.

You own your own home in a comfortable, secure, and vibrant community, but lease the land it sits on, a financially prudent choice designed to make your life easier.

Land lease living is ideal for anyone who wants to live large and be free and still be prepared for whatever the future holds.

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The benefits of the land lease model

Our land lease model means no exit fees or stamp duty and you’ll keep any capital gains, so your money keeps working for you, now and into the future.

Free up money

Free up capital without compromising on a new home in a desirable location.

Low maintenance living

Enjoy peace of mind in a home and community created for relaxed, easy living for years to come.

No exit fees or stamp duty

No exit fees or stamp duty leaves more money for living the life you choose.

Keep any capital gains

When the time comes to sell your home, you keep 100% of any capital gains.

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Our communities are thoughtfully designed with manicured, accessible grounds and shared lifestyle facilities that foster friendship, freedom and fun.
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Financial benefits

No exit fees or stamp duty, and you’ll keep any capital gains, so you know your money’s working for you now and into the future.

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    One of the great advantages of the land lease model is its simplicity. While obtaining legal advice isn’t strictly necessary, we recommend you do – if only for peace of mind so you can stride forward into your new life with total confidence.

    If you have any questions, simply give us a call on 1800 135 010. We would love to help.

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