The draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill has already attracted considerable attention as another significant development in property law in recent years. The Bill proposes to reinvigorate commonhold, ban the sale of new long leases of flats, cap...
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On 27th January 2026, the Government announced its intention to introduce a statutory £250 per year cap on ground rents for all existing residential long leases, with a further reduction to a peppercorn after 40 years. This forms part of the draft...
Executive Summary Table – Overview of Each Part Part Title Focus of the Part 1 Commonhold Creates a comprehensive modernised commonhold regime governing ownership, management,...
We’re delighted to share some exciting news: Brethertons has opened two new offices, one in Bloxham and another in Cheltenham, marking a significant step in our continued growth and dedication to the local communities we serve. With these new...
When you’re moving home, buying your first property, or dealing with a sale, it’s natural to focus on cost. Conveyancing quotes can vary widely, and many clients ask the same question: why do fees differ so much? The answer usually comes down to...
Christmas is nearly here bringing with it the usual exhaustion, joys and agonising over what to buy it always does. It is the time of year where the emphasis on being a ‘happy family’ is possibly at its greatest. Every family is unique and...
Brethertons LLP is proud to announce its inclusion in The Times Best Law Firms 2026, ranking among the top 250 law firms in the UK for the second consecutive year. This achievement reflects the firm’s unwavering commitment to excellence, client...
Brethertons: Celebrating 215 Years of Heritage with Exciting New Growth As we celebrate Brethertons 215 year anniversary, we are delighted to share details of our geographic expansion. Bloxham Office: Now open and here to support you We are pleased to...
The general position is that costs incurred by the executors will come from the estate. However, the Court has discretion as to how the costs are to be awarded. That remains the position regardless of the general position concerning executors. As a...
The prospect of leasehold reform has been bubbling away for some time now. It reached a crescendo last year, with the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 receiving royal assent on 24th May 2024, in the “wash up”, before the dissolution of...
The position with many estates is straightforward. Where an individual has drafted a Will and has named the people that he or she wants to administer the estate, as long as those people agree to undertake that duty, they would have responsibility. Those...
In today’s volatile property market, both buyers and sellers are mindful of costs – and understandably so. For most, buying or selling a home is one of the most financially significant undertakings they will encounter in their lives....
I was recently reading publication by The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners – Home Page STEP (“A comprehensive approach to wealth planning”) which advised that a “great wealth transfer” over the next twenty years...
The Equitable Doctrine of Proprietary Estoppel Proprietary Estoppel is a legal remedy used to resolve disputes when an individual has relied on a promise or assurance that either property or land will be transferred to them at a later time, but this promise...
A last Will and Testament is one of the most important documents that an individual leaves behind when they die. It provides a representation of their wishes in relation to their Estate. Unfortunately, due to several factors there are circumstances when a...
Property values are a vital indicator of both personal financial health and the broader economy. Shifts in house prices can influence everything, from mortgage availability and buyer demand to long-term planning and investment confidence. With this in mind,...
Brethertons Solicitors are proud to have sponsored, and send their congratulations to, Rugby Borough Junior Football Club Under 18s who have completed their final and most successful season in youth football. Having been crowned Coventry and Warwickshire...
Following the tragic death of Liam Payne at age 31 last year, it has come to light that he has left a sizable estate worth £24 million. Most notably, he passed away without leaving a Will. Statistics show that, he is not alone - at the start of 2025,...
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If you are seeking international contact with your child who is based in England, you can apply for rights of access via Article 21 Hague Convention. Both Poland and the United Kingdom are signatories of the Hague Convention. The issuing of an Article 21...
Although they sound similar there are very significant differences between these types of Will . In particular there are very serious implications if a Will has been drafted that is subsequently interpreted by the Court as a mutual Will. As such it is...
I recently watched the Martin Lewis Money Show Live, which aired on 11 March 2025, wondering what general ‘advice’ he would give to the nation about “death, divorce and dementia”. Largely, I thought his ‘advice’ was...
Family disputes over probate can be emotionally driven, and they often escalate due to long-standing conflicts or unresolved grievances. A family member’s death can amplify these issues and result in legal battles. When a loved one passes away, the...
To us lawyers who write Wills all the time, this seems a simple question, however, when we really think about how the process of writing a Will starts, a lot of thought needs to go into the answer! The first thing to do is some research, which has...
From 3 March 2025 , certain provisions of the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 (LAFRA 2024) come into effect, making the right to manage process both cheaper and more accessible for buildings as part of the Government's aim to level the playing...
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