Right to Rent check changes

Important information for landlords and householders In August 2019, The Home Office issued updated guidance regarding Right to Rent checks. Since 20th May 2019, changes to UK Border Force rules have meant that Australians, Canadians,…

Tenant Fees Act 2019 – Landlords beware

The rules for tenancy fees are changing. If you’re a landlord, you need to understand your responsibilities, or risk the chance of prosecution, hefty fines and being added to the database of rogue landlords and property agents. As…

Will extending the lease cure my service charge problems?

Unfortunately, the short answer to this question is generally ‘no’, extending the lease will not cure your service charge problems. Although there may be some areas where renewal of the lease will help with service charge problems. What…
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Informal lease extension - Be careful

Our latest blog from Mark Chick at Bishop and Sewell Solicitors advises you about informal lease extensions as this is often a difficult decision to make and depends on a number of factors. “I have been offered a voluntary deal with an…
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Selling and buying – What you really need to know

Our latest guest blog from Andrew Montlake at Coreco explains what you need to budget for when selling and moving. Maybe you’re a first-time buyer or are looking to step up on the property ladder, or even downsize. Whatever, your circumstance,…
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Tax and Lease Extensions for Freehold owners

Our latest blog from Mark Chick at Bishop and Sewell Solicitors explains why it is always best for freeholders of flats and apartments to extend their lease. Tax and Lease Extensions for Freehold owners – Why would a freeholder need a lease…