What Is The Government’s Consultation on Buildings’ EPCs About?

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),…
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Understanding the New Stamp Duty Charges from 1 April 2025 in the UK

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…
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The Divorce Month: Tips To Navigate January

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…
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Probate: How To Deal With A Rental Property With A Tenant

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…
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What is Staircasing – Shared Ownership Homes

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…
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Commercial Property: How Easy Is It To Change A Building’s Use?

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…
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What happens when there are delays at the Land Registry?

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…
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Should You Buy A Property Through A Limited Company?

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,…
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Lasting Power of Attorneys (LPAs): Why use a Solicitor?

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…
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