Residential Property Conveyancing
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...
Homebuying reforms with binding contracts to ‘save time and money’
The government says its planned reforms to the homebuying process, including binding contracts, will save time and money for both buyer...
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...
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...
Mortgage rule changes could help thousands of first-time buyers
Access to mortgages may become easier for first-time buyers following a major change in lending rules backed by the Bank of England and...
Lease Extension Update – No More 2-Year Ownership Rule!
Great news for leaseholders! You no longer need to wait 2 years to extend your lease. Under recent legal changes, you can apply for a s...
Standardised procedures for buying and selling flats
A new standardised procedure for buying and selling flats will make property transactions much easier, the Law Society said.
The rev...