A gifted deposit isn't just a transfer of money. Lenders need confirmation it's unconditional. Solicitors need to verify the source. Getting the paperwork right early avoids delays when it matters most.
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A problem survey doesn't have to end a property transaction. How you respond to it matters as much as what it found. Costed quotes and a reasoned approach tend to work better than a sharp renegotiation.
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Child maintenance is straightforward when a parent is salaried. When they're self-employed, the CMS figure may not reflect the real financial picture. There are ways to challenge it.
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The Renters Rights Act 2025 comes into force in Wales on 1st June 2026. Landlords must update occupation contracts to include new terms on children and benefits and notify existing contract holders by 14th June.
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Probate nearly always takes longer than families expect. Some of that delay is unavoidable but a clear will and organised paperwork can make the process significantly easier for the people you leave behind.
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Two directors, equal shares, a decision neither will move on. What happens next depends almost entirely on what your shareholders' agreement says. Get the right documents in place before you need them.
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Selling a leasehold property? Check the lease length before you list. Under 80 years means fewer buyers, cautious lenders, and a harder sale. Much easier to deal with before you're in a transaction.
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Common-law marriage doesn't exist in England and Wales. Cohabiting couples have no automatic right to each other's property or estate - whatever the length of the relationship. Worth understanding now.
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Landlords in Wales: the rules on tenancy agreements, notice periods, and registration are different from England โ and changed in 2022. If you haven't reviewed your position since then, now's the time.
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The IHT threshold has been frozen since 2009. Property values haven't. Many families now face a liability they didn't expect โ and pension rules are changing too. Worth revisiting your estate planning.
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Neighbour disputes start small and escalate fast. Mediation is usually the most effective first step โ faster, cheaper, and it keeps the relationship intact. Get advice before things go formal.
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Your agent finds the space. Your solicitor reads the lease. Break clauses, rent reviews, dilapidations โ the details that matter most don't always get looked at closely enough before signing.
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The window for making a Lasting Power of Attorney is open while you're well. Once that changes, your family faces the Court of Protection instead. Worth doing before you need it.
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If a key person in your business died tomorrow, who would inherit their shares? What would happen to their authority? Most businesses don't have the right documents in place.
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The price tag on a property is just the starting point. Surveys, insurance from exchange, overlapping rent, leasehold charges โ the real cost of moving is nearly always more than buyers expect.
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Separation brings big decisions, often before you feel ready. Knowing where you stand on the home, finances, children, and your will early can make a difficult time a little clearer.
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Thinking of going to court? Itโs not always the best first step. Legal action can be costly & time-consuming. Consider your options before proceeding.
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Buying commercial property? Check lease terms, zoning, risks, tenants & future potential before committing.
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