Posted on Thursday 3 December 2020
When selling your home, probably, the buyer of your home is selling their property too, except if they are a first-time buyer. This cycle is referred to as a property chain, and if one link in the chain falls, the whole chain can fall apart...
Posted on Tuesday 24 November 2020
With the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic making remote working the new normal, many questions have arisen relating to how specific tasks can be performed - specifically, tasks which require witnesses, or otherwise the presence of another party. These discussions have involved how it might be possible...
Posted on Saturday 21 November 2020
It is essential to count your cost before buying a house. When purchasing a house, it is not just the cost of the property alone that should be taken into consideration. There is a whole lot of other expenditures that will be incurred too, which...
Posted on Monday 28 September 2020
If you are looking to buy your first home or want to move home, you might have come across the phrase ‘indemnity insurance’. Many people have encountered this term, but quite a few do not understand its meaning or whether they need it. Firstly, let...
Posted on Wednesday 23 September 2020
Once you have had an offer accepted on the house you want to buy, you want to get on and move. Moreover, it would be so quick and easy if it was not for the solicitors dragging their heels, wouldn’t it? The wait can be...
Posted on Friday 18 September 2020
Buying a home, whether it is your first property or the one you plan to live in forever, is an exciting time and it's expected that once you have had an offer accepted, you want to get on and move in. But before that can...
Posted on Wednesday 16 September 2020
Moving home is one of the most stressful things that most adults have to endure. Not only is moving expensive, but there are also many pitfalls and ways in which moves are delayed or do not reach completion. Many people think that in choosing a...
Posted on Wednesday 9 September 2020
In Islam, loans which charge interest are forbidden. Due to this, it is common for many Muslims to search for halal alternatives to standard mortgages when buying a property. What is an Islamic Mortgage? These mortgages, which comply with sharia rules, are alternatives to most...
Posted on Monday 7 September 2020
Conveyancing Solicitors In the UK, the conveyancing industry is renowned for providing expensive yet often slow services. Finding a conveyancing solicitor that is efficient and reliable as well as giving a personalised service is tricky. Finding one that does all that for a reasonable cost is even...
Posted on Wednesday 2 September 2020
As you reach or approach retirement age, you might find that you need more income. Perhaps you want to be able to help your children get on the property ladder, or finally go on that round the world cruise that you have always dreamed about?...
Posted on Wednesday 19 August 2020
You may have seen adverts on TV mentioning Equity Release and how, for the over 55s mainly, it can be a great way to a more comfortable life in retirement. Rates are at the lowest they have been in recent years, but does that mean...
Posted on Friday 19 June 2020
Buying a new property can be a stressful but exciting time. You are no doubt thrilled about the prospect of getting into your new abode and making it your own space. However, with the average house sale taking more than eight weeks, delays can be...
Posted on Wednesday 9 October 2019
While it may be a bit overwhelming looking for the right conveyancer, one of the most invaluable benefits of comparison shopping is that you'll learn a lot more about what you are buying. In simple terms, conveyancing is the process of exchanging ownership of a...
Posted on Tuesday 1 October 2019
You are about to set out on the exciting adventure of getting on the property ladder. You have come across your dream home after visiting a few dozen properties. You are already dreaming about the beautiful wooden coffee table in the kitchen, the all-important walk-in...