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Case Study: When Proactive Conveyancing Keeps a Chain Moving

Estate agents know that successful transactions depend on more than legal expertise alone. Communication, commercial awareness and a willingness to…
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Listed Buildings and Unique Properties – Legal Issues Buyers Often Overlook

The charming and unique character of listed buildings make them a desirable choice for many purchasers. However, with such historic…
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Online Conveyancing vs Traditional Solicitors: Making the Right Choice When Buying or Selling a Home

If you are buying a home in the UK, deciding whether to use an online conveyancer or a traditional firm…
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Everlasting Joy for Leaseholders: The Ground Rent Cap

The UK Government have finally released details on the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill. At the heart of the Bill…
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Mansion Tax – What is it really all about!

The Autumn Budget held in 2025 introduced the High Value Council Tax Surcharge (HVCTS), more commonly dubbed as the ‘Mansion…
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Residential Development Site Setup – Key Considerations

After the extensive process of acquiring a development site, managing the complex planning and construction requirements, handling the unpredictability of…
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Plot Sales FAQs

Where NHBC (or alternative warranty provider) deal with the warranty and the Building Regulations on a development, what is the…
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Funds and Wealth – A Source of Delay?

Whether a first-time buyer or a seasoned property investor, buying a home is a major financial transaction and it will…
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‘Tis the Season to Gift – Understanding Gifted Deposits for Home Purchases

As the holiday season approaches, the prospect of receiving a financial gift for a home purchase can be both exciting…
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Prevention of Property Fraud – how to further protect your property with a restriction on title

Property fraud can come in many shapes and sizes however one known area of fraud which is on the rise…
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Last Chance to Comment: Reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework

The new government have promised to build 1.5 million new homes over the next five years. These ambitious plans will…
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Navigating Stamp Duty: Your Essential Guide

Following the spring budget announcement on the 6th March 2024, the chancellor announced that from 1st June 2024, Multiple Dwellings…