No taste, no smell - but deadly: testing for radon: lending institutions seek peace of mind

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Lawsuits arising from the contamination of homes by hazardous radon gas are warnings for preventative action. Geological data indicate the presence of radon in the soil of 37 states, Federal and state regulations do not require testing or decontamination, however. Lending institutions can independently require a radon test before approving a mortgage loan. Radon concentrations can be reduced to a safe level without a fall in the market value of a home.

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Chain reaction: the Franchising Code of Conduct has been revamped, with a focus on disclosure requirements

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Changes have been made to Australia's Mandatory Franchising Code of Conduct. These changes cover definition of a franchise deal, disclosure requirements, marketing fund audit fees, electronic disclosure and conflict resolution.

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Mind your own business: the issue of privacy is about to go public with the introduction of the Privacy Amendment Act this year

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The impact of the Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act 2000 on the Australian private sector is considered. It is likely that firms will find it increasingly necessary to have clear policies about personal privacy.

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