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Can I put my house in my children's name to avoid inheritance tax ?

Corrina Sewell-Hill
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If you’re considering gifting property to your children, or if you’re inheriting a house from your parents, then it’s reasonable to want to ensure that the transfer of property is done in as tax-friendly a way as possible. Many people,...

The Renter's Rights Bill. What it means for Landlords?

Shoghig Moskofian
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If you are an existing private landlord, or considering entering the buy-to-let market, the new Bill running through Parliament may give you cause for thought. Certainly you may wish to consider a fresh approach to letting in order to minimise problems in...

How has the 2024 Autumn Budget impacted on Inheritance Tax?

Elizabeth Isaac-Garner
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Regardless of your political persuasion, it is probably fair to say that there some trepidation as to the contents of the Labour governments first budget in 15 years. The uncertainty is now over and we have all had a chance to reflect on the opportunities...

What is Stamp Duty and will I have to pay it?

Sally Oatridge
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The 2024 Autumn Budget Many people were concerned as to what awaited us all in the Government’s budget. Well the wait is over, but the impact may consequences for us all and the housing market  in particular for some time to come. Stamp Duty...

Autumn Budget 2024 - What does it mean for Employers and Employees?

Thomas Browne
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What was an expectant nation has now had a chance to absorb the implications of the first Labour Government’s Budget in 15 years and to decide whether the much-touted promise, not to increase taxes on “working people”, held true. If...

The Employment Rights Bill - How will it effect you?

Thomas Browne
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The government has recently published to mixed reviews its intentions to amend the law relating to employment rights. It’s 2 nd reading in the House of Commons was scheduled for the 21 st October 2024 on its journey to becoming law. There are...

Family Matters - The Role of Mediation

Shakeel Malik
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What is Family Mediation? The prospect of separating or getting divorced can be highly stressful, especially if children are involved. Mediation can help reduce those stresses and sort out disputes as they relate to future arrangements for your children...

Is your Business set for a post-Covid Insurance policy pay-out?

Daniel Crook
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Hundreds of thousands of businesses may be a step closer to receiving pay-outs from their business insurers, following a recent Court of Appeal test case revolving around the cover afforded under business interruption insurance and their application under...

Consumer Law

Daniel Crook
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Microsoft and Google face huge pay-outs for alleged Anti-Competitive practices.   UK consumers and businesses will be interested to learn the outcome of two multi-billion pound class actions being initiated against these tech giants.  A...

How much does it cost to write a will?

Corrina Sewell-Hill
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Despite a will being one of the most important documents you can ever create during your lifetime, unfortunately each year around 1 in 3 people die without making a will. Writing a will ensures that your loved ones are protected and that you have control...

How Does Conveyancing Differ When Buying a New Build Home?

Donna Trewerne
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Buying a new build home offers several benefits including a fresh canvas to build your dream home, a chain free purchase and a new build warranty. However, there are also checks that need to be carried out that are specific to a new build purchase. It is...

Conveyancing - Are searches mandatory & what may they find ?

Kellie Darke
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If you are buying a home with the assistance of a mortgage searches are mandatory. Conversely cash buyers can proceed without them – but in our view it would be ill advised to do so – despite the temptation to expedite what can appear a...

The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024

Kellie Darke
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When did the Act become law? The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act received Royal Assent on 24 th May 2024 with sections going “live” two months later and others to become effective in the next Parliamentary term. What is the purpose of...

Lectures on Care Proceedings to students

Helen Cojeen
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Helen Cojeen, our Head of the Child Care Department, recently gave the first of a number of Lectures on Care Proceedings to students at Canterbury Christ Church University. This was a part of a series of lectures to be given by...

Do I need a solicitor or specialist lawyer to make a Will?

Elizabeth Isaac-Garner
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There is no legal obligation for a Will to be drafted or witnessed by a solicitor, or other specialist lawyer. It is possible to make it yourself, but when you consider the size of your potential estate and the importance of your wishes being accurately...

What is Probate?

Marcus Parsons
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The term ‘Probate’ refers to the process of dealing with the administration of a deceased individual’s estate. It is quite literally the Latin word for ‘prove’, which makes sense, as the definition of Probate means you’ll...

Mental Health Awareness

Adam Luke
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The new government is hoping to bring in legislation concentrating on improving the nation’s mental health and their well-being. What with the now distant lockdowns, enforced absences from school and social media pressures our children especially have...

New Government - What laws are coming down the tracks?

Daniel Crook
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At the time of writing, the new Government is seeking to negotiate very turbulent domestic waters. Fittingly, included within the King’s speech detailing the intended new laws to hit the statute books provision has been made for a new Crime &...

The Nuts Challange - We just love a challenge ......

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Around 20 intrepid staff members recently committed themselves to finishing the “ Nuts Challenge ” Obstacle Race on the 7th September 2024 in Dorking, Surrey. They completed the gruelling7km obstacle course to help raise ...

Mediation in Civil Disputes

Daniel Crook
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“It’s good to talk”………Why Mediation in Civil Disputes should increasingly be your first resort, rather than your last. What is Mediation? As you may know, Mediation is a voluntary and confidential form of...

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