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What is a property Title and when should I update it?

What is a property Title and when should I update it?

A unique Title Number is allocated by the Land Registry to every property that is registered with them.  This identifies the property and its owners and distinguishes it from other properties having similar addresses.  Registration of a property with the Land Registry has been compulsory since 1 December 1990 in England and Wales, however, if you purchased your home before this date then it may not be registered. 

Why the Bank Holiday might affect your house sale

Why the Bank Holiday might affect your house sale

On Monday September 19th there will be a Bank Holiday across the country to mark the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. Here’s what you need to know if you were due to complete on the 19th.

How to Tell Your Children That You Are Separating

How to Tell Your Children That You Are Separating

Going through a divorce or separation is hard at the best of times but is often even harder when there are children involved in the relationship.

Holiday pay ruling upheld for part year workers

Holiday pay ruling upheld for part year workers

Holiday pay for those who work only part of the year and have no contractually set hours should be calculated on the basis of average earnings, the Supreme Court has confirmed. 

Chronic Illness and Divorce

Chronic Illness and Divorce

Married couples will very often have used traditional wedding vows where they promise to support each through sickness and in health, however, a recent study has found that unfortunately chronic illness plays a significant role in the breakdown of a marriage. Statistics from a US study by the Journal of Health and Social Behaviour show that 75% of marriages afflicted with chronic illness end in divorce.

Trust Registration Service

Trust Registration Service

If you are a Trustee, you need to be aware that new rules came into force in October 2020 extending the requirement to register Trusts with the Trust Registration Service (TRS).

Japanese Knotweed - Updated Guidance

Japanese Knotweed - Updated Guidance

Surveyors have updated their guidance on invasive species such as Japanese Knotweed when valuing property, but landowners and homeowners should continue to keep on top of their responsibilities in controlling this and other invasive, non-native plants.

Intestacy Rules - What happens when there is no Will?

Intestacy Rules - What happens when there is no Will?

If your loved one dies without leaving a valid Will, there are strict rules in place known as the ‘Intestacy Rules’ which decide how their estate is divided.

The HR Manager myth buster

The HR Manager myth buster

Here Sara Patel, an employment law expert at Banner Jones, helps to separate the facts from the fiction, and clarifies the law and the role of employers in relation to a few of the most common workplace myths.

Trust Registration Service (TRS) - Important information for Trustees

Trust Registration Service (TRS) - Important information for Trustees

If you are a Trustee, you need to be aware that new rules came into force in October 2020 extending the requirement to register Trusts with the Trust Registration Service (TRS).

Fraud Prevention

Fraud Prevention

This guide outlines useful advice on what we do and what you can do to help protect yourself from falling victim to fraud.

How does the Right to Buy scheme work?

How does the Right to Buy scheme work?

Think the Right to Buy scheme might be a good option for becoming a homeowner? Find out what you need to know about the scheme in our latest guide.

How cryptocurrency can fuel asset concealment in divorce

How cryptocurrency can fuel asset concealment in divorce

The popularity of cryptocurrency for investment purposes is likely to fuel a rise in asset concealment when couples part. 

Why businesses should embrace the Employment Bill changes

Why businesses should embrace the Employment Bill changes

Workers’ rights have long since been protected by law… to an extent. However, in 2019 the Conservative government promised to introduce a unified Employment Bill which would hold British businesses accountable across the board.