I am buying a property. Do I need a will?

I am buying a property. Do I need a will?

A property is likely to be the most expensive purchase you will make in your lifetime. It is therefore essential you have peace of mind that, should anything unfortunate happen to you, you know to whom your share in the property and your other assets would go. As...
I am buying a property. Do I need a will?

Autumn Statement: Letting Agents’ Fees

During its Autumn Statement on Wednesday, the Government announced that it would be banning letting agents’ fees being charged to tenants. These fees are charged over and above rent and a deposit and can cost tenants £200-£700. Typically, these fees cover...
I am buying a property. Do I need a will?

What might a purchaser discover about my house?

Selling your home can be a stressful and expensive time. Throughout the legal process to sell your house, your purchaser may uncover various defects or legal issues. Your solicitor will discuss these with you and resolve them with the purchaser and their solicitor....
I am buying a property. Do I need a will?

Restrictive Covenants: Explained

When you are purchasing a property, your solicitor may tell you that there are restrictive covenants on your title. We look here at what this means, and how they can affect your property. What are restrictive covenants? They are agreements in a deed that limit the way...
I am buying a property. Do I need a will?

Boundaries – Your Questions Answered

I heard that every house owns the fence on its left side. Is this correct? This is not correct. Unfortunately there is no hard and fast rule as to who owns which boundary. How do I find out who is responsible for the boundary fences? The first step would be to look at...