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Lawyers Pave the Way for Clarity in Conveyancing during National Conveyancing Week 2024

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In celebration of National Conveyancing Week , slated for March 11th to 15th, 2024 , prospective homebuyers will benefit from a wealth of information, advice, and guidance aimed at dispelling the complexities often associated with conveyancing. During...

The information you must provide when selling your home

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The information you must provide when selling your home When selling your home, you may recall the expression ‘ buyer beware’ . But what does this mean, and is it still relevant today? ‘Historically, the buyers in a conveyancing...

Simplifying Your Property Journey: Introducing Our New Conveyancing Calculator

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Simplifying Your Property Journey: Introducing Our New Conveyancing Calculator In the ever-evolving landscape of the legal industry, embracing technology is key to providing efficient and client-focused services. At Watkins Solicitors , we are thrilled...

Buying a property with a roof terrace or balcony

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Buying a property with a roof terrace or balcony A home with outside space appeals to many of us, but it may be hard to find somewhere affordable with a garden and, even then, you may not want the responsibility of its upkeep. A balcony or roof terrace...

What is the registered charge on a property?

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Our residential property / conveyancing solicitors answer your questions on registered charges, whether you are a borrower or potential lender

Selling a property through the modern method of auction

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‘For a seller there are certainly some advantages to the modern method of auction, such as speed and a defined timetable,’ admits David Peters, solicitor and Head of the conveyancing team with Watkins Solicitors. ‘However, there are also pitfalls for the unwary and so it is important to consider how it would work for you.’

3 Things to Expect as a First-Time Buyer

Morgan French
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3 Things to Expect as a First-Time Buyer Buying your first home is a major achievement but is one of the most significant investments you are likely to make. It can be a very overwhelming time, so you should consider the following: Stamp Duty Land...

International Women's Day: Spotlight on Jagoda Stepniewska

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For  International Women's Day , we are celebrating women's achievements and, in particular, shining the spotlight on our brilliant new generation of solicitors who qualified at the start of the year. In a series of articles across the week, we...

How Covid-19 could affect your property transaction

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We are aware of the media attention surrounding Covid-19 and whether it will impact on your conveyancing transaction. We are doing all that we can to ensure that we keep things moving along as smoothly as possible. The Law Society has issued a press...

Why living near to a church could cost you thousands; and why you should check for chancel repair liability

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Chancel repair liability is the requirement for some homeowners to pay towards the cost of repairs to the chancel of a nearby church which can be expensive. If the property you are proposing to buy falls within boundaries of a parish, you can be held...

Is Brexit affecting the Property Market?

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There are concerns as to whether the ongoing uncertainty of Brexit is impacting on the property market in the UK.  Simon David, Law Society of England and Wales President commented: “According to our estimates, the volume of work in legal...

Stamp Duty rates changes for Welsh properties from 1 April 2018

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From 1 April 2018, a new "Land Transaction Tax" will be payable on Welsh and transactions.  This is instead of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT). There are however some exceptions: retrospective notification cases . This is where a transaction...

Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards come into effect from 1 April 2018 - Landlords take note!

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Photo by Zain Ali from Pexels https://www.pexels.com/photo/2017-bulb-dslr-energy-saving-lamp-542619/From 1 April 2018, Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) will come into effect which means that Landlords will not be able to renew or begin any lease/tenancy for any residential or commercial property which has an EPC Rating below E...

How can I speed up the Conveyancing process?

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The most common question conveyancers are asked is "how long will the process take?"  It varies depending on which conveyancer you speak to although generally, you are looking at around 6-8 weeks if it is straightforward and 8-12 weeks if it...

Challenge to reduce leasehold extension costs unsuccessful

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A challenge led by Mr Mundy and chartered surveyor Mr Wyatt of Parthenia Valuation to reduce leasehold extension costs was unsuccessful at the Court of Appeal. The case in question Mundy v the Sloane Estate , involved a small flat in Chelsea where the...

Local Searches - Do you really need them?

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When purchasing your new home, the solicitor carrying out the conveyancing will carry out a number of searches on your behalf. A Local Authority search is just one of the searches which is carried out and can be very helpful. For example if you were buying...