Re-assessing the conveyancing process
A government inquiry has been launched to help improve England's house buying and selling process. The inquiry will examine the whole...
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Sana Abubaker
Jan 51 min read
Government to spend £180m on brownfield development
The plan aims to keep up with housebuilding targets and demand. A brownfield site refers to previously developed land, which is or was...
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Sana Abubaker
Dec 1, 20232 min read
Islamic mortgages carry higher costs
Islamic mortgages can cost thousands more, with some requiring a minimum of a 15% deposit to be accepted. Base rates also stand at around...
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Sana Abubaker
Nov 24, 20231 min read
Targeted stamp duty cuts could help solve housing crisis
According to the National Association of Property Buyers, these cuts could help the property market if 'aimed at right buyers and...
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Sana Abubaker
Aug 3, 20232 min read
How to spot Japanese knotweed on your property
Japanese knotweed is a type of weed that spreads rapidly and is very difficult to get rid of without professional help. It is not illegal...
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Sana Abubaker
Jun 30, 20231 min read
The potential return of Home Information Packs?
Home Information Packs (HIPs) were documents that provided information about the conveyancing process, such as their EPC, title documents...
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Sana Abubaker
Jun 8, 20231 min read
End to ‘no-fault' evictions
Private landlords will no longer be able to evict tenants from their homes at short notice and without good reason. The change comes as...
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Sana Abubaker
Jun 5, 20232 min read
100% mortgages available for first-time buyers
Skipton Building Society is offering five-year fixed mortgages which do not require a deposit. Renters who are struggling to save for a...
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Sana Abubaker
Dec 9, 20221 min read
Paying for care home fees
Selling a home may not be necessary if you, or a family member has to go into a care home. Individuals who need to go into specialist...
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Sana Abubaker
Nov 7, 20221 min read
Changes to ground rent for leaseholders
The Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022 will make home ownership fairer and more transparent for millions of future leaseholders....
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Sana Abubaker
Oct 31, 20221 min read
Reduction to Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT)
Former Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng has announced changes to stamp duty land tax when purchasing residential property. From 23 September...
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