Property Market News Archives - Bowling & Co Solicitors

Landlord & Tenant – What is Right to Rent?

May 7, 2025
Gavin Lampert
Dispute Resolution, Property Market News, General News, Property Law

Before renting a property in England, you must prove your right to rent. Similarly, before a landlord can rent a property to you, they need to establish that you have a right to rent it. The core requirement is to provide satisfactory documents on which to base the right to rent.

Safeguarding your business – why you should consider a business LPA

April 25, 2025
Timur Huseyin
Property Market News, Property Law, Commercial

We are all familiar with lasting Powers of Attorney, which allow individuals to appoint an attorney to manage their personal affairs if they cannot do so themselves.

Leasing a Restaurant Property: Common Questions and Legal Insights

April 8, 2025
Tony Chauhan
Property Market News, Property Law, Commercial

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.

The Renters’ Rights Bill: What Landlords and Tenants Need to Know for 2025 and Beyond

March 26, 2025
Umekalsoom Mazhar
Property Market News, General News, Property Law, Private

The Renters' Rights Bill, currently making its way through Parliament, is set to become law in 2025. This piece of legislation will bring significant changes to the private rented sector, impacting both landlords and tenants.

Don’t moth-ball your secrets when you sell

March 19, 2025
Mohammed Moula
Property Market News, General News, Property Law, Residential

Buying a home is one of life’s biggest investments — but when sellers keep secrets, it can lead to costly consequences. A recent High Court ruling over a £32 million London mansion infested with moths is a sharp reminder of why honesty is crucial in property sales.

How to negotiate a commercial lease

March 6, 2025
Harry Lee
Property Market News, Corporate, Residential, News

There are always two sides to a coin and it is no different when a landlord and tenant negotiate a commercial lease. Both parties to the lease are trying to get the best deal possible, and that is why it is important to understand the key points to negotiate.

Understanding the Building Safety Act 2022: Key Changes and What They Mean for You

February 17, 2025
Mohammed Moula
Property Market News, General News, Property Law

The Building Safety Act 2022 represents a major shift in how we approach building safety in the UK, with a particular focus on high-rise buildings.

Could fewer rental properties be the price of positive action for tenants?

February 10, 2025
Huseyin Huseyin
Property Market News, Property Law, Residential

The Renters’ Rights Bill is set to overhaul tenancy laws in England and Wales, promising stronger protections for tenants, including an end to ‘Section 21’ repossessions. Now in its second reading in the House of Lords, the legislation aims to curb unfair evictions, but concerns are growing that it could unintentionally shrink the rental market.

Trustees – What responsibilities do they have

Trustees have a wide range of responsibilities when administering the trust estate under their charge. What is a trustee? A trustee is a person or a firm that holds and administers property or assets held in a trust for the benefit of a third party. A trust can be created for a variety of purposes. For example, trusts can be established in bankruptcy situations or in certain types of retirement plans or to manage assets for a minor or someone lacking capacity. Alternatively, a trust may be established to hold…

Understanding Dilapidations

When it comes to commercial leases, both landlords and tenants have important responsibilities regarding the upkeep of the property.

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