Blog: Property

What is a lease? It is commonly understood that a lease is a time-limited form of ownership of property. It is also commonly understood that, in order to preserve the…

What is a Tyneside Flat? Tyneside flats are mostly common in the North East of England and have been present in the area since the 1860s. These types of flats…

The UK Leasehold mess: plans for change The Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, Michael Gove has this week (31 Jan 2023) committed to redesigning the “outdated,…

With a new year upon us, many business owners will have resolved to either acquire new premises, or make changes to their existing lease arrangements. In either case, even…

Why are Energy Performance Certificates important in commercial conveyancing? Energy Performance Certificates (“EPCs”) are a vital document for commercial conveyancing and have been required for the sale…

Buying a house is a very exciting and daunting time and we can appreciate the apprehension for a buyer wanting to receive their keys as soon as possible. It…

However, it is also an important time to make the right decisions about acquiring the commercial property on the right terms, and making sure all relevant procedures are followed….

Currently over 80% of first time buyers get financial help from their parents. It is often the only way young people can afford to buy their first home. This is…

Since 2013, the UK Government’s ‘Help to Buy Scheme’ has assisted over 278,000 people purchase a new build home and get onto the property ladder. Extension of Help To Buy…

New rights for Leaseholders The Housing Secretary, Robert Jenrick has recently announced radical plans to reform the current leasehold system which will provide leasehold home owners in the UK, with…