Inside Residential Issue 7: June 2024 Editor's Note The property market is currently abuzz with discussions about the forthcoming general election and its influence on market dynamics. Contrary to expectations of a slowdown, we have seen an increase in new purchases since the beginning of the year, especially in the £5-10 million price range. A significant number of these buyers are international clients, often parents investing in a second home for their children who are studying in the UK, highlighting the global reputation of our educational system. In this issue of Inside Residential our team covers these trends and more. Read the full note News Top five things to consider when selling a property following a death Dealing with property after the death of a loved one can be a complex and emotional process and practical legal advice is vital. If you find yourself in the position of selling a property following the death of the registered proprietor, there are several key legal and practical considerations to keep in mind. Here are the top five things you need to know. News Planning for success: navigating planning permissions and building regulations in property transactions We regularly act for clients selling or buying properties which have been altered requiring planning permission and building regulation approval. Often, there are issues with the property 'as built' not matching the original plans and drawings submitted with the planning application, non-compliance with the planning conditions and missing building regulation final certificates. This inevitably causes delays to the anticipated exchange and completion timetable. News Accelerated royal assent leaves room for future leasehold and freehold reform challenges and changes The leasehold and freehold reform Bill hastily received royal assent before Parliament was prorogued. On the one hand, it's a relief to have closure. On the other, the speed means that the drafting could have done with further consideration in places. Subscribe Never miss a publication by signing up to our mailing list Subscribe to Mailings Inside Residential: Subscribe Inside Residential Issues Earlier Issue 7 Jun 2024 Issue 6 Feb 2024 Issue 5 Dec 2023 Issue 4 Sep 2023 Issue 3 Jun 2023 Issue 2 Feb 2023 Share
News Top five things to consider when selling a property following a death Dealing with property after the death of a loved one can be a complex and emotional process and practical legal advice is vital. If you find yourself in the position of selling a property following the death of the registered proprietor, there are several key legal and practical considerations to keep in mind. Here are the top five things you need to know.
News Planning for success: navigating planning permissions and building regulations in property transactions We regularly act for clients selling or buying properties which have been altered requiring planning permission and building regulation approval. Often, there are issues with the property 'as built' not matching the original plans and drawings submitted with the planning application, non-compliance with the planning conditions and missing building regulation final certificates. This inevitably causes delays to the anticipated exchange and completion timetable.
News Accelerated royal assent leaves room for future leasehold and freehold reform challenges and changes The leasehold and freehold reform Bill hastily received royal assent before Parliament was prorogued. On the one hand, it's a relief to have closure. On the other, the speed means that the drafting could have done with further consideration in places.