Japanese Knotweed – Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors issues new guidance
Surveyors have updated their guidance on invasive species such as Japanese Knotweed when valuing property, but some advice to landowners and homeowners.
Student accommodation and how to make sure you get your deposit back
Are you or someone you know renting student accommodation? Find out what steps to take from the very beginning to protect your deposit.
Help to Build loan scheme – What is it?
Help to Build loan scheme, what is it? It's designed to help those who want to build their own home, but how does it work?
Renters’ reform and the impact for tenants and landlords
Residential landlords are urged to keep up to date with the sector’s fast-moving legislative landscape.
Register of Overseas Entities that own UK property
The Register of Overseas Entities is designed to increase transparency of ownership of UK land by overseas entities.
Stamp duty changes ahead for multiple and mixed-use purchases
Stamp duty land tax (SDLT) changes are planned by HMRC to tackle potentially unfair outcomes, incorrect claims, or abuse of the rules relating to mixed-use and multiple dwelling purchases.
Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022
Leasehold Reform has now gained Royal Assent, but it is not yet fully operational. When it is, the amount of ground rent that can be paid under a new long residential lease will equate to a peppercorn per year, thereby making it zero, as promised. What does that mean?
SDLT – purchasing a joint property when one partner is already a homeowner
Will a higher rate of stamp duty apply when you purchase the house together, or will the situation qualify as replacing one main residence? Read more here.
Tenant Stamp Duty Charge
Renters in the United Kingdom may face large penalties as a result of a little-known law that may force them to pay Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) despite not owning their rental property.
Public rights of way – Using the UK countryside responsibly
Public rights of way - The Countryside Code provides rules to ensure rural areas are kept safe and remain enjoyable for visitors.