Ground Rent Reform Scrapped
Over the weekend, reports began emerging that the Conservative manifesto pledge to reduce ground rent to zero for existing leases…
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Determined Boundary Applications
HM Land Registry Title Plans are rarely precise plans, and it is common for the boundary on the land to…
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What is a Voluntary Lease Extension?
Leases are like a contract between a Landlord and a Leaseholder, sometimes a Management Company will also be involved. If…
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What is a Statutory Lease Extension?
The statutory lease extension process for flats is going through a period of reform. In order to understand the reform,…
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Inheritance disputes are in the news again
As many as 10,000 people are disputing Wills every year, according to estimates by specialist Solicitors. This is what happened…
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What is the Right to Manage?
The Right to Manage (the “RTM”), is a legal right that allows Leaseholders to take over management of their building.…
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The Legalities of Buying Property at Auction: What You Need to Know
Before you purchase a property through auction, you should be given a legal pack which is usually free of charge.…
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Renters Reform Bill Delayed Again
We have previously commented upon the Renters Reform Bill (the “Bill”) here and here. However, since passing the Committee Stage…
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Interpreting Contract Terms in Commercial Litigation: A Pinney Talfourd LLP Perspective
In commercial litigation, the interpretation of contract terms plays a pivotal role in resolving disputes between parties. Businesses often engage…
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Who is my Landlord?
When granting an assured shorthold tenancy (an “AST”), landlords often seek assistance from a professional letting agent. However, instances arise…
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