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Residential service charges and recharging tenants

February 1, 2023
Sadiq Uddin
Property Market News, Property Law, Residential

An interesting decision in the recent case of Assethold Limited v Adam and others [2022] UKUT 282 (LC) considered the liability for the costs of ongoing building owners’ duties under the Building Safety Act 2022.

Solicitor’s fees when buying a house – what can you expect to pay?

When buying a house, what solicitor's fees can you expect to pay and what do you need to budget for so hidden costs don't throw your plans off? Read more here.

Property mould and repairs – lessons after the tragic case of Awaab Ishak

Property mould exposure caused the death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak who lived in social housing an inquest has heard. The case has highlighted how important it is for landlords and tenants to work together to find solutions to problems.

Residential conveyancing – what do buyers need to know about it?

January 16, 2023
Kimberley Teape
Residential

When you buy or sell a property in the UK, you'll need to engage the services of a residential conveyancer/solicitor. What do you need to know?

A fairer private rented sector

Fairer private rented sector and the government's commitment to end poor living conditions for tenants. Read more about the initiative here.

Stamp duty cut by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt

Stamp duty cuts mean purchasers pay higher minimum thresholds for residential properties before being liable for Stamp Duty Land Tax.

Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms – new requirements for landlords

Residential landlords must ensure they are up to date with the latest safety rules, including the requirement on carbon monoxide alarms which came into force on 1st October 2022 under the updated regulations.

Shared rental property – what if I want to move out?

Understanding the implications of a tenancy agreement in shared student property, can you move out early if things don’t quite go to plan?

Japanese knotweed and residential property

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.

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Help to Build loan scheme – What is it?

August 10, 2022
Mohammed Akram
Property Market News, Property Law, Residential

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?

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