Move to ban upward only rent reviews
The UK government has proposed a ban on upward-only rent review clauses in new commercial leases as part of the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill introduced in July 2025
Leasing a Restaurant Property: Common Questions and Legal Insights
Securing the right restaurant space is vital for the success of your business. However, the complexities of negotiating a restaurant lease can be overwhelming. Below are questions often raised about leasing a restaurant property.
Changes to Stamp Duty Land Tax in the 2024 Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled the first Budget of the Labour government. The Chancellor revealed that the rate of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) payable on the acquisition of additional dwellings (a second home) by individuals, or the purchase of dwellings by companies is to increase. These transactions will now be subject to an additional rate of 5% above the standard residential rates of SDLT, increasing from the previous surcharge of 3%. What is a second property? A second property is a residential property purchased in addition to your main…
Bowling & Co Support London Legal Walk 2024
The team at Bowling & Co were delighted to take part in the 20th Anniversary London Legal Walk earlier this month. They raised over £1000 for this worthwhile cause and all enjoyed the experience. Our team was made up of Leah, Kimberley, Rosa, Merve, Tony, Mert, Harry, Zafrin, Farasat, Sanem and Rohan. The team walked with the Lady Chief Justice and thousands of lawyers to raise funds for the London Legal Support Trust (LLST). Over the last 20 years, by walking together for justice, an incredible £10.5 million as been raised, helping…
When flipping taxes may trip up property developers
Property market commentators are divided on whether 2024 will see a further dip in house prices, while buyers play “wait and see” on the mortgage market. Meantime, many starter property developers are once more being drawn into the sector, with the lure of fast profits to be made while the market is slow. There are lots of advice available on making money from property, there is caution to be taken on the tax bills that investors may encounter if they are successful in building a portfolio or ‘flipping’ property by…
Rent-to-rent landlord responsibilities
Rent-to-rent landlords are relieved by the Supreme Court ruling clarifying their responsibilities vs those that intermediary companies take.
The London Legal Walk – helping to raise money for free legal advice services
A brave group of our Bowling & Co team will dust off their trainers on Tuesday the 13th of June to do the London Legal Walk to raise funds for The London Legal Support Trust in support of free legal advice services across London and the South East.
Commercial property update
The UK property industry is undergoing significant changes with the introduction of the Building Safety Act 2022, Energy Performance Certificate updates and a Bill proposing high street rental auctions.
Yaasameen Akhter qualifies as a solicitor!
Yaasameen Akhter has qualified as a solicitor after her two-year trainee contract and qualifies into the Commercial Property team.
Sebastian Jakubowski qualifies as a solicitor!
Sebastian Jakubowski has qualified as a solicitor after his two-year training contract and qualifies into the Property Litigation team.