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When you collect the keys to your new home, it can feel like the legal process is finally finished. In fact, while completion is a major milestone, there is still important legal work that must happen after completion to properly protect you and your...
Discovering that the law firm which handled your conveyancing has closed can be worrying — particularly if you later find out that parts of the legal work were never fully completed. Unfortunately, this is something we see regularly. When a firm...
Do I need the original deeds to sell my property? Most homes in England and Wales are now registered with HM Land Registry (HMLR). If your property is registered, you do not need old paper deeds; a copy of the title register from HMLR is usually...
Protocol forms are a collection of standardised documents developed by the Law Society and used by solicitors when buying or selling residential property in England and Wales. These forms are designed to simplify the conveyancing process by ensuring that...
It is vital that the housing market remains accessible for those wishing to own their very first home. Quite simply the housing market needs first time buyers to keep the property market moving for all. Attempting to buy your first property can be...
Buying or selling a home is one of the most significant financial decisions most people will make in their lifetime. Whether you are a first-time buyer, an experienced homeowner, or preparing to sell your property, the legal process involved can feel...
A straightforward myth‑buster for anyone buying a home When you’re buying a property, one of the first things you’ll see on the listing is the tenure: freehold, leasehold, or a variation of the two. But what does that actually mean for...
What is a transfer of equity, and do you need a solicitor? The conveyancing process for transferring equity in England and Wales involves the legal transfer of ownership or shares in a property from one party to another. This is typically done when...
Buying a property can often be an exciting time. From house-hunting online to arranging those all-important viewings with the estate agent. But what happens once your offer has been accepted, and at what point will you get the keys to your new home? ...
The Right to Buy scheme has helped millions of council tenants in the UK take their first step onto the property ladder. But with housing policy constantly evolving, many people still have questions about how the scheme works, who qualifies and whether...
