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From 1 April 2016, anyone buying residential property in addition to their main home became subject to a 3% increase in the Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) that would previously...
Continue readingThe premises from which a business operates are an integral part of a business’s day to day operation. This is particularly the case for businesses that rely on their location...
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The High Court has recently considered the liability of solicitors and estate agents who acted for a fradulent seller. The buyer brought various claims against the estate agents and solicitors...
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For a landowner, sometimes it is all too easy to overlook the informal use of their land by others, particularly if such use does not directly interfere with their own...
Continue readingThere have arguably been more pressing in/out decisions to make recently, however, the decision made at the negotiation stage as to whether a lease will be within or outside the security of tenure provisions of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 (LTA) can have important consequences at the end of the lease term.
Continue readingThe recent case of Padwick Properties Ltd v Punj Lloyd Ltd is a useful reminder of the traps when dealing with surrender either as a landlord or tenant.
Continue reading5 questions to ask when choosing the right conveyancer – your guide to making the best choice
Choosing the right conveyancer is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when buying or selling a property. A good conveyancer will guide you through the legal process smoothly,...
The Renters’ Rights Bill, which is likely to become law at some point in 2025, will overhaul the tenancy system. Elizabeth Watt, examines what the bill seeks to achieve and...
When should I make a Health and Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney?
Vicky Broderick from WSP Solicitors’ Private Client Department, explains the importance of creating a Health and Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) and when best to create one. Vicky outlines...
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