Stamp Duty! What Is Happening Now?
By Mark Riley |
The deadline is now SEPTEMBER I am sure has come as a welcome relief to sellers and purchasers throughout the country. The nerves were starting to show in recent months with buyers confirming if they did not complete before the ...
What Is A Will? Do I Even Need One?
By Mark Riley |
I have said this a few times now, its probably the largest legal document you will ever make as it deals with everything you own! Sadly, some people do not get round to it for one reason or another. What ...
Conveyancing Searches – Becoming a Property Detective
By Mark Riley |
Hello again. I hope you are all well and looking forward to spring. Today I’m going to be talking about searches; the kind you do when you’re buying a house. ‘What searches can I do on a house?’ I hear ...
What Is Conveyancing?
By Mark Riley |
As this is my first blog and it’s the beginning of a new year I thought I would start at the beginning and answer the question, ‘What is conveyancing?’ Well, put simply, conveyancing is the process of transferring legal ownership ...
Can I Move During COVID?
By Mark Riley |
Welcome back. Let’s talk about moving house in 2021. Last year was a very sad and difficult year for many of us, let’s hope for better times in 2021. Many people want to move house as a result of recent ...
Signing Online? Is This Legal?
By Mark Riley |
Yes! It is, we have seen a surge in demand over this pandemic for Wills to be completed and early into this difficult situation, the government recognized the need for change. So, what are the current requirements? At present ...
How Long Does Straightforward Probate Take?
By Mark Riley |
During the difficult and emotional time of the death of a loved one, getting their affairs in order can be a stressful challenge. So when it comes to probate, wills and issues of their estate, the quicker and easier it ...
How Many Executors Are Needed For A Will?
By Mark Riley |
Being the Executor of a will is an important legal role that many have heard of, yet few fully understand the responsibilities that go with it. Beyond what an Executor actually does, we find there are lots of questions surrounding ...
Help, I’ve Inherited An Empty Property – What Do I Need To Do?
By Mark Riley |
Estates and wills are typically handled by solicitors so it can feel like you’re facing a minefield if you’re left with a loved one’s legal affairs to deal with. This guide covers some of the most common areas you will ...
How Much Does Lasting Power Of Attorney Cost?
By Mark Riley |
In the UK somebody somewhere has a stroke every three minutes and twenty-seven seconds. Not only are strokes serious medical incidents, but they can also cause you to lose your mental faculties. After a stroke, you may not be able ...