Blog - Bowling & Co Solicitors

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…

Challenges with Conveyancing Cases– Practical Insights for Navigating the Process

October 9, 2024
Mohammed Moula
Property Market News, Property Law, Residential

Conveyancing, the legal process of transferring property ownership, has always had its complexities.

Declaration of Trust and the enforcement of charging orders

October 3, 2024
Manal Fouad
Property Market News, Property Law, Residential, Private Client

A recent case considering the enforcement of charging orders and the validity of a Declaration of Trust has highlighted the complexities surrounding property and trust matters in an insolvency.

NDAs – an overview

October 3, 2024
Farasat Ahmed
Risk Management, Corporate, Commercial, General

A Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), also referred to as a Confidentiality Agreement, is a legal mechanism used primarily in employment or business contexts to safeguard confidential information. NDAs are versatile instruments applicable across various scenarios, but their core principle remains the same: one or both parties agree not to disclose specified confidential information. NDAs can either be standalone documents or be incorporated into broader agreements. For example, there may be non-disclosure clauses in an employment contract or a Settlement Agreement, to ensure that proprietary or sensitive information remains confidential. Types of…

What Does a Labour Government Mean for The Residential Property Market?

September 25, 2024
Rohan Bharadia
Property Market News, Property Law, Residential, Private Client

Now that a few months have passed since Labour’s landslide victory in the General Election in May, many are wondering what the potential changes are, with regards to the property market.

Landmark Renters’ Rights Bill — Implications for Private Residential Landlords

September 25, 2024
Gavin Lampert
Property Market News, General News, Property Law, Residential

The government’s introduction of the Renters’ Rights Bill marks a significant shift for the private rented sector. Designed to protect tenants and rebalance the relationship between renters and landlords, the Bill introduces new regulations that will profoundly affect the way rental properties are managed.

Owning a car, what legal responsibilities do you have?

September 18, 2024
Gavin Lampert
General News, Marketing

Searching for and buying a car is an exhilarating experience. No more so than when you drive away knowing that it’s yours! However, car ownership comes with responsibility and that’s not just in relation to the way you drive.

Jargon busting – Wills

Legal terms are used in formal documents to ensure clarity. A will is a formal document. The terms used form a kind of shorthand to save lengthy explanations or repetition throughout the document. They are also used to avoid ambiguity to those who need to interpret the document.

Landlords learning how to navigate the Mental Health Breathing Space

Private residential landlords are being challenged to keep pace with current legislation and a scheme to support tenants through debt is one of the latest, demanding a detailed understanding.

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…

News & Insights