Disappointed Homebuyers Secure Six-Figure Damages From Negligent Surveyor
A couple who paid £1.2 million for a seaside home which turned out to be riddled with defects won six-figure compensation from a negligent surveyor.
Property Conveyancing
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Stamp Duty Land Tax: Temporary Reduced Rates Until March 31st 2021
The government has announced that the Stamp Duty threshold has now increased to £500,000 which means if you were to purchase a property for £500,000 or less then you do not have to pay any Stamp Duty from 8th July 2020 until 31st March 2021.
COVID-19 & The Impact On Our Conveyancing Services
The Coronavirus epidemic is increasingly affecting the way we deal with property conveyancing transactions. However, Seatons will continue to offer the best possible service to clients, taking into account recommendations from the Law Society and advice from government and the NHS.
Buying Property at Auction
A failure to take legal advice cost a property buyer his £35,000 deposit as he fell foul of the time limits for the purchase. Purchasing property at auction can be legally hazardous as the following case shows.
Are You Thinking Of Buying a Holiday Home Abroad?
When buying holiday homes abroad, it is absolutely vital to employ solicitors who are entirely independent of the vendors.
High Court Ruling Underlines Relentless Demand for Urban Housing
Ever increasing demand for housing in urban areas means local authorities are reluctant to approve developments that entail the loss of even a small number of residential units.
Safeguards For First Time Buyers
The steady rise in property prices as well as the imposition of strict mortgage lending requirements has meant that getting on the property market is tougher than ever before.
Chancel Repair Liability
The issue of Chancel Repair Liability is one that many people will not need to consider when purchasing a property, but it is still a very real and tangible law that, if not addressed, can lead to extremely high financial costs in the future.
Selling Your House – Tax Issues
Most people buy and sell the property they reside in without any thoughts about tax, apart from perhaps Stamp Duty Land Tax. However, there are some circumstances in which selling the property you reside in can cause some tax issues.
Is Home Equity Release For You?
With the rising prices of everyday life more and more people are finding that their pension savings, together with the state pension are not providing sufficient income to meet all their needs in retirement. If you do not have sufficient savings or assets your home could be a good way to help boost your pension.