Nearly all businesses require premises from which to operate, whether they are in the retail, office, leisure, manufacturing sectors or say warehousing. A commercial lease is a binding contract made between the business owner and the landlord of the...
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As we age, it is natural to think about how best to protect our hard-earned assets for the future. You may be wondering whether placing your home in a trust could help you avoid care home fees. While this can seem like an appealing option, the rules around...
For many homeowners, remortgaging is a practical way to reduce costs and gain more control over monthly payments. A mortgage is a significant financial commitment, and it’s important to explore options that could reduce your costs and provide greater...
Parental Responsibility – What is it, who has it & how to obtain it. The Kingsfords FAMILY LAW TEAM are able to provide expert advice, when advising you on the important aspects of your responsibilities as a parent. The information...
Introduction - What is a Trust? It is a common human trait to put off looking too far into our futures to consider whether we will need assistance with our financial, property or personal affairs. One of the ways you can secure peace of mind now, is...
What is a Trustee? A Trustee is appointed to administer a Trust, which will be comprised of assets. Those assets could be comprised of property, money or shares etc. He or she will manage the assets and distribute them as instructed within the Trust...
The break-up of any relationship is likely to be stressful and daunting, especially in cases where children are involved. Reaching Agreement Ideally if the parties can reach agreement about their children’s future, it is possible to avoid...
Many in the country may still give an involuntary shudder when thinking of the Autumn budget. An unintended consequence of it may see many people seeking to keep their assets away from the clutches of HMRC as far as is legally possible. People should...
You may have seen reference to a new mis-selling scandal that is likely to dwarf the scale of rebates paid out under the PPI scandals of yester year. The Court of Appeal have handed down a landmark decision – siding with consumers against...
For the majority of us, buying a home is the biggest financial commitment you will make in your lifetime and is one of the largest factors in determining what our quality of life looks like. In turn, it makes the utmost sense to plan your property purchase...
Introduction There have always been Inheritance Disputes and historically they were even the cause of wars. More recently in the UK, you may recall headlines over court battles involving the estate of recording artist George Michael and also Amy...
Domestic abuse or violence is an incredibly sensitive issue which requires a carefully thought-out approach that takes stock of all the potential outcomes and consequences. Additional protections can be secured if there are potentially vulnerable children...
Probate is the process by which the assets and estates of a deceased person are distributed, but also, it’s the honouring of their last wishes, and a commitment to leaving the world a little shaped to their preference. Nonetheless, it’s not...
With the Autumn 2024 budget announcing fundamental changes to Inheritance Tax relief , further uncertainty has been cast over what is already, for plenty of people, a complicated set of rules to understand. It’s fully reasonable to want to get the...
Kingsfords Solicitors are proud to be Hythe Town Under-10s kit sponsor for the upcoming season! Supporting our local community is at the core of our values, and we’re thrilled to stand behind this talented young team. Our...
With a new government looking to make its mark during a period of continued economic uncertainty, Sally Oatridge explores some of the issues impacting the commercial property sector. These include the MEES Regulations , reforming Business Rates and...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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