by Sarah Bott | Jun 29, 2022 | Conveyancing, Property, Property Conveyancing
If you’ve been thinking about buying a leasehold property but have been put off because of the ground rent charges, you no longer need to let that stop you from going ahead with your purchase. From 30th June, ground rent cannot be charged on new residential leases....
by Sarah Bott | May 11, 2022 | Legal, Property
In July 2022 the Welsh Government are introducing changes to the way properties will be rented. The Renting Homes Act 2016 is set to change how properties are rented, managed and lived in in Wales. It affects both the social and private rented sectors. Who will be...
by Sarah Bott | Mar 24, 2022 | Conveyancing, Legal Clinics, Property, Property Conveyancing
When should I instruct a solicitor? If you instruct a solicitor as soon as you decide to buy or sell, you will be able to pass on their details to an estate agent as soon as an offer is accepted. If you are selling, your solicitor will also be able to start putting...
by Sarah Bott | Feb 3, 2022 | Family Law, Free Advice, Legal, Legal Clinics, Property
Moving in with your partner or buying a house together, when you are not yet married needs a little extra thought before proceeding. From a legal point of view, there are a few things to consider: First up is the Cohabitation Agreement – a legal document between...
by Sarah Bott | Aug 25, 2021 | Free Advice, Property
Japanese Knotweed has been back in the media lately. An invasive plant notoriously difficult to get rid of. It was originally introduced into the UK by the Victorians as an ornamental plant. It was then used to strengthen structures such as railway embankments and...
by Sarah Bott | Jun 7, 2021 | Construction, Property
Payment in the construction industry has been a hot-topic for many years. Whether it’s payment between employer and main contractor, or among main contractors and subcontractors, the chance of a dispute remains higher in construction than it does in most industries. A...
