Moving Into a Retirement Village?
Fixed-Fee Occupation Right Agreement Advice
Most of our clients have already chosen their retirement village before they come to us.
They’ve found the village they like, selected their unit, paid a deposit, and received a stack of documents that now need to be reviewed before they can move forward.
Our role is to explain the documents, the fees, and the financial implications so you understand exactly what you’re agreeing to before you commit.
Fixed fee. Clear advice. No surprises.
How Our Process Works
1. Book your advice appointment
Book your Retirement Village Advice Appointment online at a time that suits you.
We intentionally schedule these appointments a few weeks ahead so there is time to obtain and review the village documents before we meet.
2. We send our engagement documents
Once booked, you’ll receive our terms of engagement and fee advance request.
Your booking is secured once the fee advance has been paid.
3. We review the documents
We’ll obtain and review the Occupation Right Agreement and supporting village documents, identify the key financial and legal implications, and prepare our advice ahead of your appointment.
We’ll also send you a short questionnaire so we understand any particular concerns or questions you would like to addressed.
4. Advice and signing appointment
We’ll explain the documents, answer your questions, provide the independent legal advice required by law, and complete the legal certification process if you decide to proceed.
Fixed-Fee Retirement Village Advice
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Payable as
• $2,500 plus GST when we begin work
• $1,000 plus GST on completion of the matter
Purpose
✔ Reassurance before committing
✔ Legal certification requirement met
💡 If your circumstances involve additional complexity, such as trusts, negotiations, unusual ownership structures, or multiple related transactions, we’ll discuss any additional costs with you before carrying out any extra work.
Why Clients Choose Regent Law
✔ We explain the numbers – Retirement village documents are be lengthy and difficult to compare. We help you understand the financial implications both now and when you eventually leave the village.
✔ We focus on what matters – Rather than overwhelming you with legal jargon, we highlight the key rights, obligations, costs, and risks relevant to your situation.
✔ Fixed-fee certainty – You know the cost upfront, allowing you to budget with confidence.
✔ A modern, efficient process – Our structured process means most of the work is completed before the meeting, helping you move forward without unnecessary delays.
Your Legal Rights
Under New Zealand law, you must receive independent legal advice before entering into an Occupation Right Agreement.
You also have a 15-working-day cooling-off period after signing the agreement.
We will explain these rights and how they apply to your particular circumstances.
Ready to Move Forward?
If you’ve chosen your retirement village and received the documents, we’re ready to help.
📞 09 430 0509
📧 [email protected]
📅 Book your Retirement Village Advice Appointment
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