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Understanding EPC Compliance

Posted: 20 October

A must-know guide for Landlords Energy efficiency has rightly become a focal point in recent years as we take seriously the challenges of climate change. In this context, the property sector is no exception. In a bid to reduce...

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What will the Housing Market look like for buyers in 2023?

Posted: 26 January

2022 was a turbulent year for the property market, with house prices rising then falling, interest rates sky-rocketing and rental prices continuing to increase. Despite this post-pandemic chaos, the housing market is now beginning to slow down with the...

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What the Bank of England’s increase base rate to 3% means for your mortgage

Posted: 07 December

The Bank of England has announced an interest rate rise of 0.75%, to 3% – a level not seen since 2008, as the UK battles with soaring inflation. I have a mortgage. What happens now? The vast majority of...

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EPC regulation changes for commercial property from 1 April 2023

Posted: 20 October

Landlords should prepare for the next round of EPC regulations coming into force on 1 April 2023 as part of the government’s push to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. 2018 saw the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) come...

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Freehold vs Leasehold – what’s the difference?

Posted: 13 September

Buying a freehold or leasehold property can raise many questions. Who owns what? Who is responsible for what? Who pays what? It is essential you understand the differences before you buy a property. What is Freehold ownership? When buying...

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The Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022 – A pivotal change in home ownership?

Posted: 23 August

What is the objective? The 30th June 2022 saw the introduction of the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022.  Effectively, ‘banning’ ground rent on new residential leases, in England and Wales.  In an attempt, to free leaseholders of the...

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Why should I use a Lifetime Lawyer? Our solicitor Carly Dartnell is a proud...

- 26 July 2024

To Search or Not to Search

Police Powers and Your Rights. It is no secret that police officers have extensive...

- 26 July 2024

Nobody asks to live with dementia

Taylor Haldane Barlex LLP’s partnership with Alzheimer’s Society Dementia is the UK’s leading cause...

- 18 July 2024