In our last article we mentioned the Abolition of Section 21 and the effect this will have on Landlords’ ability to terminate tenancies. This article deals with other reforms in the Act. Almost all fixed term tenancies will now become periodic, i.e. they will continue until terminated on one of the restricted grounds set out […]
At the end of October, the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 received Royal Assent, signalling that the abolition of Section 21 of the Housing Act 1988 will soon come into force – and the Government has just confirmed that “no-fault evictions” will be outlawed from 1 May 2026 in England. So what does this mean for […]
Commercial leases are complicated, important documents – as a business landlord, you want to make sure your rental income is as profitable as possible whilst factoring in what is a fair rent for your tenant. A well-drawn Rent review enables landlords and tenants to reach an agreement that is deemed acceptable to both sides, taking […]
When someone loses mental capacity and there is no Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) in place, a Deputy can be appointed to manage the person’s property and financial needs on their behalf – and this is arranged with a Deputyship Order. What is a Deputyship Order? A Deputyship Order gives a named person – known […]
Divorce is often a complex procedure and asset division can be far from straightforward. Many people assume that assets are always split down the middle between spouses during a divorce. However, this is not always the case as the court will focus on achieving a fair outcome for all rather than simply dividing the assets […]
When you’re appointed as an executor, you are usually dealing with a difficult time – the loss of a loved one is never easy. We pride ourselves on helping families and friends navigate the legal process at this stressful time by providing support to make it as stress-free and straightforward as possible. Once you feel […]
It’s easy to think you only need to make a Will if you’re a bit older – however, there are plenty of reasons why young people should make a Will. After all, many of the benefits of writing a Will are the same, regardless of age. Why Young People Should Make A Will We’ve listed […]
When a sole director shareholder of a company dies, the shares he or she owned would automatically pass to his or her Personal Representatives (PR). Under section 773 of the Companies Act 2006, PRs are either the Executors of the Will, if the deceased had written a Will, or the Administrators of the estate, if […]
The Renters (Reform) Bill was first introduced in Parliament in May 2023 and was designed to shake-up the private rental sector. The Bill makes big changes for landlords and tenants, and it’s important both parties understand what the legislation means in practice as it is expected to pass into law in summer 2025. Now is […]
It’s commonplace for small businesses to lease commercial premises as this enables companies to grow and aim to become more profitable. However, whether it’s leasing a retail shop on a high-street or leasing a large industrial unit, the approach to leasing should always be cautious because the lease ultimately dictates what you can and can’t […]
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