
Business Tenants’ Guide To Lease Renewals
Commercial PropertyIf you’re a business tenant and run your company from leased premises, then the upcoming legal changes could impact how you operate your business.
The Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 is currently under review and could result in a loss of…

HLF Berry Solicitor Donna Myers Appointed Lay Canon of Manchester Cathedral
Company NewsHLF Berry is delighted to announce that Donna Myers has been appointed as a Lay Canon of Manchester Cathedral. The appointment recognises Donna’s significant contribution to the life and work of the Diocese, alongside her professional role…

Your Guide to Pensions & Inheritance Tax
WillsPlanning for your future and how best to protect loved ones when you die, is an important part of life – and includes factoring in your pension and whether any inheritance tax is owed.
Your pension type will dictate if inheritance tax is…

What Happens When a Loved One Dies Abroad?
ProbateDealing with the death of a loved one is never easy – and there is added complexity and emotional burden when a loved one dies abroad.
There are numerous reasons why someone might have been overseas at the time of their death, including…

How Long Do Transfers Of Equity Take?
ConveyancingHow Long Do Transfers Of Equity Take?
The process of transferring equity involves updating the title deed at the Land Registry – but just how long does this take?
As a guide, a transfer of equity in England and Wales takes:
3-4 weeks,…

Wills – Are They For The Under 35s?
WillsYes! Wills are definitely for those under the age of 35!
A lot of people think that Wills are for older individuals or for when life becomes more complicated with kids or properties. In reality, Wills are for all adults, regardless of age.
With…

How To Manage Valuation Variations During Probate
ProbateExecutors are responsible for distributing the estate of a deceased person – and one of the biggest challenges of this role is managing the fluctuations in valuations of assets between the time of death and the distribution to beneficiaries.
Probate…

Do I need Planning Permission for Home Improvements in the UK?
ConveyancingA Complete Legal Guide
What are the legal considerations when it comes to making alterations or improvements to your home? Do you know when you need to apply for planning permission or building regulations consent?
Our guide is designed…

What is a Discretionary Trust in a Will and how does it work?
WillsDiscretionary Trusts are a flexible type of trust that enable trustees to manage and distribute assets to stated beneficiaries. Often this trust is incorporated into a Will to provide peace of mind for the individual – no matter what happens…



