AML/CTF Implementation Resource
Practical implementation guides for Australian law firms, conveyancers, and real estate agents — from program generation to AUSTRAC audit readiness.
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AML/CTF Compliance for Real Estate Agents: A Practical Guide
Real estate agents are now reporting entities under the AML/CTF Act. This guide covers what obligations apply specifically to residential and commercial property sales, and how agents can meet them without a full compliance team.
Can You Pass AML Compliance Costs to Your Client at Settlement?
As AML compliance becomes mandatory for conveyancers and law firms, many are asking whether the cost can be passed to clients as a settlement disbursement. This guide examines what is legally and ethically permissible, and how firms are implementing disbursement billing in practice.
What Happens If You Miss the Tranche 2 AML/CTF Deadline?
The Tranche 2 AML/CTF deadline is July 1, 2026. Australian law firms, conveyancers, and real estate agents who fail to comply face civil penalties up to $23 million per contravention. This guide explains the penalty regime, AUSTRAC enforcement history, and what to do now.
Source of Wealth Checks for Property Transactions: What Conveyancers Actually Need to Do
From July 1, 2026, conveyancers must conduct and document Source of Wealth checks on clients involved in property transactions. This guide explains what the obligation requires, what evidence is acceptable, and how to document your findings.
Part A vs Part B AML/CTF Program: What Every Law Firm Needs to Know
Australian law firms must produce both a Part A and Part B AML/CTF compliance program under Tranche 2 reforms. This guide explains what each part requires, how they interact, and the consequences of incomplete documentation.
What Is an AML/CTF Program — and How Do You Write One?
Every Australian law firm, conveyancer, and real estate agent must now maintain a documented AML/CTF program. This guide explains exactly what that means, what it must contain, and how to produce one before the July 1, 2026 deadline.
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