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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...
How to Make a Claim Under the Inheritance Act
Inheritance Act claims have steadily been increasing over recent years. It is now more common to see families made up of second marriages, stepchildren, carers, or cohabiting partners. ...
What is contentious probate?
There are different visas depending on where you are from and why you require a visa. The aftermath of losing a loved one is distressing and emotional, which is only worsened by any disputes...
How do I apply for a visa?
There are different visas depending on where you are from and why you require a visa. The different types of visas are subject to where you are from, why you want to visit the UK, how long you want...
Grenfell Tower: New guidance on building safety and cladding
Three years on from the Grenfell Tower Fire and the Hackitt Building a Safer Future report, new laws have been passed. The Fire Safety Act 2021 has been passed, and a Building Safety Bill is being...
What is the Global Business Mobility route?
On 11 April 2022, the government launched the Global Business Mobility route designed for overseas companies relocating their staff to the UK and foreign businesses seeking to establish a presence...
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...
New Lockdown Government Grants for Businesses
The Government has announced an additional £4.6 billion for businesses in the retail, hospitality and leisure sectors affect by the new lockdown. More than 600,000 eligible businesses will benefit...
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...