All Property articles – Page 11
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FeatureThe road ahead
Phil Parkinson and Katie Edwards reflect on the implications of notable case law and legislation relating to service charges in 2021, and discuss the forthcoming case outcomes that will resonate across the property management sector
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FeatureLeases post COVID-19
Jenny Doran considers the impact of the pandemic on the commercial terms acceptable to landlords and tenants in lease renewals and how the courts might determine disputes in such cases
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NewsNew conveyancing forms launched
In an effort to make more information available upfront, trade and representative bodies have updated some important conveyancing forms.
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EventSDLT for commercial and residential property transactions update 2021 (OnDemand)
This webinar provides essential guidance if you advise and assist clients on the purchase of commercial or residential property in the UK and want a better understanding of the stamp duty land tax rules.
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OpinionThe pandemic year
Property Section chair Warren Gordon is stepping down in October. He reflects on his tenure and looks ahead at how the Property Section and the Law Society will continue to support members in the future
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FeatureOn the safe side
In light of the Grenfell disaster, new fire safety legislation has been enacted. Rebecca Delaney and Fiona Bishop consider what it will mean for property practitioners
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FeatureStandard bearers
Mike Harlow of HM Land Registry provides an update on developments in the digital conveyancing process and what to expect in the future
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FeatureOn cyber alert
Clive Newport explains what you can do to avoid cyber threats as the professional indemnity insurance market hardens
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FeatureA question of proportion
Phil Parkinson and Katie Edwards look at the issues surrounding apportioning service charges – an area that continues to create contention and confusion for property practitioners
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FeatureShort notice
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a range of restrictions on the eviction of tenants which have been subject to change at short notice. David Smith looks at the current situation
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FeatureMoving target
Phil Nicklin examines the government’s proposals for a residential property developer tax and the impact it may have on the property sector
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FeatureSuspicious minds
Keeping abreast of possible anti-money laundering breaches is more important than ever. Rebecca Atkinson explains what activities should be considered suspicious
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FeatureFrom the ground up
Matthew Weal discusses whether the government’s proposed leasehold reforms are a welcome development or just not fit for purpose
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FeatureTalent contest
Recently, property firms have been busier than ever and due to a mixture of factors, good staff are more difficult to recruit. Julie Harrison outlines the key issues and how firms can attract and retain talent
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FeatureThe next frontier
A new model for serviced offices differs sharply from the traditional lease and landlord and tenant relationship. Sophie Henwood and Hugo Brown explain the evolution of work space
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FeatureEscape to the country
In the second of a two-part series, Julie and Fred Butler provide a beginner’s guide for conveyancers to some of the key tax issues relating to agricultural property
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FeatureBuilding blocks
Matthew Hearsum reviews the law relating to party walls and how the Party Wall etc Act 1996 applies to conveyancing transactions
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FeatureAdvance information
With the recent flurry of property sales, Peter Rodd considers what prospective buyers should know before making an offer?
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NewsSurvey: Women in leadership in law – compensation and benefits
Take part in an anonymous survey to help Thomson Reuters investigate market trends in the role of compensation and women in leadership.
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FeatureHybrid client care
Nikki Shorto, licensed conveyancer at MJP Law, makes a case for hybrid client care by using law tech innovations to deliver a personalised service for clients.