
England Rent Reform – Abolition of No-Fault Eviction
On 17th May 2023, the UK government revealed plans to abolish “no-fault” evictions in England as a step towards offering increased protections for renters. The Renters’ (Reform) Bill arrives three and a half years after the Government’s election manifesto promised to terminate such practices. Section 21’s, also known as no-fault evictions, currently allows landlords to
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What is conveyancing?
Buying or selling a property can be a highly overwhelming process, particularly if you need clarification on some of the terminology being used or the information being presented. Therefore, it is essential to instruct a conveyancing solicitor that will carefully guide you through the process, keeping you updated and explaining any unfamiliar terminology. Conveyancing, in
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What do I need to know before renting out a property?
As a first-time landlord, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed with the decisions that must be made and the legalities that must be considered. For many people who have not rented a property before, it is common to face issues during or following the termination of the tenancy due to a lack of proper
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Stamp Duty Land Tax: Chancellor Budget Update
Stamp Duty Land Tax is the tax you pay if you buy a property or land over a certain price. This morning, during his ‘mini budget’, Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng announced that the SDLT-free threshold would increase from £125,000 to £250,000. Meanwhile, for first-time buyers, the threshold will increase from £300,000 to £425,000. The value of
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The Conveyancing Process – selling a property
When selling a property, there is always a lot to consider, not only the price you want to receive but the costs incurred on the way and any other unexpected twists to the process. This article outlines the process of selling a property to help you understand it better before you take this big step.
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The Conveyancing Process – buying a property
When buying a property, there is always a multitude of factors to be considered. If this is your first house or you are a seasoned buyer, it is always wise to go over the process to ensure you are ready for this big venture. This article takes a look at the basic process of buying a property.
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What you need to know about the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022
On 8 February 2022, the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022 (LR(GR)A 2022) received Royal Assent. LR(GR)A 2022 aims to restrict the charging of ground rents in new or replacement long leases of individual dwellings. What is ground rent? Ground rent refers to a low or nominal rent that is paid under a long lease
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Make Your Move! Buying a Property Post-Pandemic
Are you feeling like it may be a good time for a fresh start in a new home? Did lockdown delay your purchase or sale and now you’re ready to get things moving again? Here at Jackson Longe, we would be delighted to assist you with your property matter! Whether you’re a first- time buyer
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SDLT Holiday
The Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme has released further clarifications on the temporary Stamp Duty Land Tax holiday for residential buyers The report reads “As you will be only too well aware on 8 July, the Chancellor of the Exchequer announced a temporary reduction to SDLT rates as a result of coronavirus (COVID-19) to take effect
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Savings on Stamp Duty Land Tax
Home buyers will be pleased to learn about the new tax break announced today by the government. The new stamp duty tax break announced by Chancellor Rishi Sunak temporarily loosens the rules on stamp duty, offering exemptions to buyers of properties worth £500,000 or less. Properties worth £500,000 or more will benefit from reduced costs.
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