The first Labour budget for 14 years was the subject of much speculation in the press. But what has changed for property owners, buyers and sellers? And is there anything property owners should do as a result? ‘There was a lot of hype surrounding the budget,’ agrees...
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Restrictive covenants, what property buyers need to know
Picture this; you have had your offer accepted and the conveyancing is progressing smoothly, but before exchange of contracts, your solicitor tells you that the property you are buying is subject to a restrictive covenant. ‘That scenario is more common than you might...
Selling a small plot of land
If you own a small plot of land which you no longer need or wish to maintain, now could be a good time to sell, especially if your plot has development potential. On current estimates, the United Kingdom needs over four million new homes to meet its housing needs....
Climate change issue? Make sure you do this when selling a property
Climate change is likely to affect most if not all our homes, and homebuyers are much more conscious of environmental issues nowadays, which is something to be aware of if you are selling. ‘If your home is already affected by climate change, other properties in your...
Selling a leasehold property where there is a problem or dispute
If you are selling a leasehold property, as part of the standard conveyancing process, your buyers will expect you to provide certain information about your property. There are set forms for this, including one which relates specifically to leases that asks if you are...