SDLT on Residential Property
With Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) charged differently on residential and non-residential property, the disposal of a mixed-use property can lead to... Read More
Fact Sheet – Disclosure to Mortgage Lenders of Incentives for Buyers
This fact sheet provides guidance for those involved in the development of residential properties whether new builds or conversions of existing properties.
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Repossessions – the Duties of Mortgage Lenders
When mortgage arrears are serious and/or there is a breach of the mortgage covenants, the lender will usually seek an order for... Read More
Leaseholders' Right to Manage
Since 2003 qualifying leaseholders have had the right to take over the management of their block of flats from their landlord, under... Read More
Buying Abroad – Considerations
More than 400,000 UK citizens own properties abroad. If you are thinking of joining them, here ar some of the main issues:... Read More
SDLT on Residential Property Sales
With Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) charged differently on residential and non-residential property, the disposal of a mixed-use property can lead to... Read More
How Do We Set Up a Commonhold?
Commonholds are a relatively new way of holding property and will be attractive to some flat owners who wish to take the... Read More
Stamp Duty Land Tax and Second Properties – The Basics
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) was brought in to replace the old ‘stamp duty’ and has been complex since its inception.
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Planning Law Basics
Whether you are planning to refurbish and sell a house or to construct a whole new apartment block, almost all your plans... Read More
Bank of Mum and Dad Lending Issues
Tthe ‘bank of Mum and Dad’ is unsurprisingly one of the leading sources of finance for house purchase – it was estimated... Read More