Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) are legal documents that enable individuals to nominate a person, or more than one person, to make decisions on their behalf should they become unable to do so in the future. Once made, LPAs need to be registered at the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG), a government body that […]
The government recently launched a consultation with regards to the various energy performance certificates for buildings. On 4 December 2024, the government began a consultation on possible changes to EPCs (Energy Performance Certificates), DECs (Display Energy Certificates), and ACIRs (Air Conditioning Inspection Reports) in England and Wales. The consultation is designed to find ways to […]
Starting from 1 April 2025, significant changes to stamp duty land tax (SDLT) charges will be implemented in the UK, impacting both buyers and sellers. As the government continues to refine fiscal policies to manage housing demand, it is essential for anyone involved in property transactions to understand these upcoming changes. This means SDLT rates […]
Every January, there is a spike in the number of divorce filings – and this spike tends to continue for the duration of the month. This is why it’s known as Divorce Month. What is it about January that leads to this increase in the number of couples filing for divorce? And what can be […]
The administration of an estate is not always straightforward, depending on the nature of the estate – and dealing with rental property with a tenant in place definitely adds complexity to the process. It is becoming more commonplace for executors to have to deal with rental property with a tenant as a result of the […]
A Guide To Staircasing – Shared Ownership Homes Staircasing is the process of buying more shares in your shared ownership home. When you own a shared ownership property, this means you own part of rather than the whole property – often it is between 25% and 75% and rent is paid on the remaining share […]
Commercial buildings have a use class, to legally define the purpose of the building – so what happens if you want to change the business use? Converting a commercial property from one type of business to another – such as a factory into a nightclub, for example – can be riddled with red tape, hoops […]
It is becoming increasingly likely that after the completion of a property transaction, there will be delays at the Land Registry to register this change. Why is this happening and what can you do to speed up the process if this happens to you? Delays at the Land Registry Whether you have just bought your […]
If you’re buying a business property, then it may make sense to buy through a company. However, whether to buy a residential property through a limited company is more complicated and the answer to the question on whether you should do so, depends on your situation and how you will make the purchase. This is […]
Whilst it is possible to make a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) yourself, it is advisable to use an LPA solicitor to minimise the risk of errors being made or future issues arising. LPAs are legal documents, and this part of the law is complex – you should be fully informed and knowledgeable before signing […]
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