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Mortgage approvals fell again in August as buyers adopted a more cautious approach ahead of next month’s Budget, but a conveyancing expert has warned that economic uncertainty is only one part of the problem slowing Britain’s home moves. New...
Yes, in England and Wales you can legally gift your house to your children. However, if you plan to carry on living in it, gifting your home is rarely advisable. Once the property belongs to your child, you lose the legal protection that ownership gives you,...
Title deeds often raise questions for homeowners, particularly when considering a future sale or reviewing long‑held documents. While historic paper deeds once formed the core evidence of property ownership, the modern system of land registration has...
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...
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a tax applied on the purchase of property in England and Northern Ireland and so forms a part of the work we undertake as part of your purchase. SDLT is charged at different rates depending on the purchase price of a property. ...
You’ve just had an offer accepted on your dream home. If it wasn’t hard enough to pick the right house for you, it can sometimes be even harder to select the best conveyancer for the job. Frequently, you see conveyancers dealing with transactions...
Selling your home “How long will it take to sell my house ?” is probably the question we are asked most as conveyancing solicitors. So how long does it take? If you like watching soaps, you may be under the impression...
Congratulations, you have found your dream home and had your offer accepted! What do you need to do next? 1. You need to choose a solicitor There are many conveyancing firms out there, I would advise to phone for a quote rather than looking at online...
Suffering the loss of a loved one is a difficult time on its own, without the added stress of knowing what to do with their house. If you find yourself in this unfortunate situation, here is a short guide on where to start with the process. In the...
SDLT Relief? Should I Buy that Leasehold Property? Given the recent new relief on Stamp Duty Land Tax (“SDLT”), which is in place until 31 March 2020 on properties up to a value of £500,000, you may think that now is the...
Have you ever thought about purchasing your council/housing association property? Perhaps as a way to climb the property ladder or secure your home for your future and that of your family? If eligible, the scheme would allow you to purchase the property at...
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is the payment of tax required if you buy a property or land over a certain price in England and Northern Ireland. There are particular thresholds which determine just how much SDLT is due starting at £125,000 for...
Property fraud is on the rise and your property is probably the most valuable asset you own so it is important to protect it from the risk of fraud. People are increasingly falling victim to property fraud because the tactics fraudsters use are much more...
You may by now have heard the news from the Autumn Budget that first-time buyers purchasing shared ownership homes will be eligible for first-time buyers relief. But what does this actually mean? We’ve set out below an overview of the law, the changes...
A transfer of equity or transfer of title is when someone is added or removed from the title to a property. There can be a number of reasons why someone may wish to undertake a transfer of equity of their property. For instance, they may wish to...
“Shared Ownership” is one of HM Government’s Help to Buy schemes. It is designed to help prospective purchasers who are unable to afford a mortgage for 100% of the property value. It instead offers the purchaser an opportunity to purchase a...
We are delighted to report that we have been appointed to the ‘Help to Buy Midlands’ Solicitors Panel – confirming our commitment to the property sector and the affordable housing market. ‘Help to Buy Midlands’ is...
A new case examines conveyancers’ duties to avoid fraudulent property sales. In August 2012 a solicitor Mr A’Court was approached by a man calling himself Mr Dawson, who instructed A’Court to act on his behalf in selling a property...
Buying a home is a Big Deal. Getting onto the property ladder can be a life-affirming event and for even the most seasoned of property tycoons, investing in a new property is a momentous occasion. So exhilarating and nerve-wracking is the prospect,...
In recent times, Bicester has seen a raft of upgrades to the town centre including the new cinema, shopping area and a large supermarket. That was phase one of the Council’s plan to modernise the town. At Brethertons, we’ve been eagerly...
In broad terms there are just two ways in which any residential property in England and Wales can be owned – freehold or leasehold. But what is the difference? Is one better than the other? Legally the two forms of ownership are completely...
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