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Government to encourage housebuilding close to train stations
The government has announced that plans to build houses near well-connected train stations will be given automatic approval if they mee...
Rent reforms and ban on No-fault evictions to come into effect in May
The Renters' Rights Act, which includes the ban on No-fault evictions, will come into force from 1 May 2026.
The schedule for ...
Buyer awarded £5.2m for breach of warranty in company sale dispute
The High Court has awarded more than £5.2 million in damages to the buyer of a training company after finding that the seller breached ...
Court rules on tenancy deposit information after scheme transfer
A County Court appeal has clarified when landlords must serve fresh deposit information if a tenant’s money is moved between protection...
The pros and cons of shared ownership when buying a home
Shared ownership has been part of the UK housing market since the 1980s, offering people the chance to buy a portion of a property whil...
Court declares 2006 will valid despite existence of 2013 version
The High Court has declared that a will that was written in 2006 is valid, after finding that a later 2013 document could not stand. Th...
Tribunal orders £25,500 rent repayment over unlicensed flat
A landlord has been ordered to repay more than £25,500 to three tenants after letting a flat without the required licence.
The case ...
Lasting Powers of Attorney fees rise but they still provide huge benefits
The Ministry of Justice has announced that the fee for applying for a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is to rise from £82 to £92. While...
Landlord ordered to repay tenants for overstated insurance costs
The High Court has ruled that a landlord must repay tenants for insurance charges that included undisclosed commission payments to brok...
How ‘professional’ mortgages can help some home buyers
Certain professions are eligible for specialist mortgage deals that can allow buyers to borrow more and secure a home with lower deposi...