News & Insights

Understanding the role of property surveys.

Written as part of Birkett Long's National Conveyancing Week celebrations.

At the end of a transaction, there is no better feeling than being praised for the work you have done. It motivates and drives us all as lawyers.

It is a widely believed misconception that you must arrange a boiler service or have an up-to-date service report available when you sell your property.

The property sector has experienced highs and lows of late, with challenges ranging from the complexities of remote working to economic uncertainties.

Most people have heard of the Land Registry, but what is it, and what does it do?

The word conveyancing is often heard when discussing moving to a new house, but what is it, and what does it mean to you?

Providing insights into what constitutes a listed building, the intricacies of obtaining listed building consent, and the various considerations associated.

The end of the temporary relief on Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) may be enough reason to make the move now and benefit from potentially huge SDLT savings.

A Declaration of Trust is a legally binding document which is signed as a deed. It is usually made at the time of purchasing a property.

Ground rent - a stumbling block for purchasers of leasehold properties

The Bank of England set out the risks that climate change may pose including physical risks, transitional risk and liability risk.

Stamp Duty Land Tax changes 2022

An end to ground rents 2022

Does a wife have rights to her husband's property and vice versa?

Housing needs and divorce