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Climate change, what to consider when selling a property

Climate change is likely to affect most if not all our homes, and homebuyers are much more conscious of environmental issues nowadays, which is something to be aware of if you are selling. Our residential property solicitors look at the impact of climate change when it comes to selling your home.

Lawyers on Cloud Nine after Promotions!

We have made nine promotions across the business further to recent changes to our promotion policy.

Buying a house with a swimming pool

With temperatures on the rise, having your own private swimming pool certainly has its attractions. If you’re tempted to buy a house with a pool, there are some things you should consider first.

Selling a leasehold property where there is a problem or dispute

If you are selling a leasehold property, as part of the standard conveyancing process, your buyers will expect you to provide certain information about your property. There are set forms for this, including one which relates specifically to leases that asks if you are aware of any problems regarding the service charge or any complaints about your landlord, the management company, or any neighbour.

Budget 2024 Update; Buying More Than One Property

The Government’s 2024 Spring Budget saw significant changes to the way property is taxed, including the imminent abolition of multiple dwelling relief. This will primarily affect investors looking to buy multiple properties at the same time, however, it could also affect you if you are buying a property that comprises more than one unit, such as a house with a distinct annex.

Gazundering and gazumping, avoiding the perils!

Research suggests that nearly a third of recent sellers have suffered gazundering, which property pundits attribute to a downturn in the market. But, in some areas, the lack of suitable properties means there is still fierce competition for homes, with buyers trying to outbid each other via gazumping.

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Climate change, what to consider when selling a property

Lawyers on Cloud Nine after Promotions!

Buying a house with a swimming pool

Selling a leasehold property where there is a problem or dispute

Budget 2024 Update; Buying More Than One Property

Gazundering and gazumping, avoiding the perils!