By Chris Milne, Head of Private Client At Onions & Davies, we have recently been involved with correcting some work carried out by unqualified Will writers. In reading the paperwork presented to us, it is interesting to note that these companies, in advertising...
House prices rose by 2% in August 2020 Sky news has reported that house prices have reached a new record high after bouncing back from falls earlier this year with the biggest rise since 2004 last month, according to figures from Nationwide. Prices rose by 2% in...
By Kim Mapperson, Solicitor in the Family Team It can be a very stressful time when parties separate, separation can be particularly more stressful where children are involved. In an ideal situation parents would make decisions together as to what is best for their...
By Kim Mapperson, Solicitor in the Family Team In short the answer is “no!” and this misunderstanding can have costly implications. The pronouncement of a decree absolute formally dissolves your marriage and either party is then free to remarry, but only a financial...
By the Property Team Land Registry have started accepting digital signatures on conveyancing documents, however, witnesses also need to be present. Simon Hayes, chief executive and chief land registrar at the HM Land Registry, has said: “What we have done today is...
By David Williams, Director & Head of Property In an attempt to boost the housing market following the lockdown, the government has raised the stamp duty (SDLT) threshold in England and Wales to £500,000.00 until March 31st 2021. This will result in significant...
