Private equity law has many connotations, but what does it mean to a discerning property and pool owner? In essence, private equity law is relevant to any individual or business who owns valuable investments; as part of ensuring their assets are protected legally, they need to understand how to invest in them wisely. From private equity investment firms with shareholding in local home improvement businesses to individual financial investments made by home-owners in local businesses, the investment of equity increases the growth of business, while the protection and provision of the law ensures investor safety.

So, how does owning a beautiful and relaxing outdoor space, such as a high quality patio or pool, fit into private equity law? Well, the development and enhancement of home improvements like these are great investments; incentives such as personal enjoyment, relaxation, and a tranquil lifestyle as well as financial incentive of home value increase, added amenity for rental property, and the aesthetics of privately owned properties all make it seem like a no-brainer.

However, in order for such an investment to be protected, it’s important to understand that there is an art and a science to making investments in private businesses-like your local Kuranda Pool Spa outlet or your Gold Coast patio installation company. Much like private equity investment firms purchase shareholder equity of large companies and assume ownership of part of that company’s income, dividends, and net profits, making investments in private home and garden businesses can offer a similar kind of dividend return even if you aren’t purchasing stock shares. In order to gain access to profitable returns, however, you need to know the fundamentals of private equity law.

Furthermore, the protection of your assets and investments requires a broad understanding of home improvement purchases, homeowner liability insurance, and what your legal rights and responsibilities are should something go awry. For example, while your Gold Coast patio installation company might advise you that a particular type of wooden patio installation is perfectly safe (and it is), if you are planning to install glass balustrading and a sliding door into your newly constructed outdoor space, the safety of this doorway as a fire escape is determined by the safety standards set forth in the Queensland Building and Construction Code Mandate in 2013, which will recommend not only the type of sliding door and stabilising safety devices but also what pathways and apparatuses are required on the outside of your house so that fire services have the safest and easiest options available when trying to rescue you from the fire that may start and require you to use your privately owned patio door as an emergency exit.

Having an understanding of what is private equity law, and how it applies to you as a home and garden enthusiast or investor, allows you to both achieve and maintain the value of your valuable private assets. When you protect and invest in your property, you should be rewarded with monetary dividend returns and/or an improved lifestyle, and one that you can rejuvenate and enjoy privately.