All Property articles – Page 4
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FeatureWhat next for MEES?
A recent government announcement about postponing proposed climate change targets means changes are afoot for domestic energy standards requirements. Victoria Duxbury and Katie Goodfellow provide an update
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FeatureGetting to the source
Rebecca Atkinson considers source of funds and wealth and outlines how much digging you need to do to meet your compliance obligations
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FeatureChecking your source
Harriet Holmes, from our partner Thirdfort, considers source of funds and source of wealth verification for property practitioners
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AnalysisMaintaining motivation
Matt Ellis discusses how a forward-thinking approach can help you navigate the complexities of the modern conveyancing landscape and improve staff retention, wellbeing and innovation in your firm.
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FeatureEnterprise, everywhere
Harriet Revington and Claire Hawley consider the impact of the spring budget on real estate tax measures and the property sector
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FeatureWeight of responsibility
New guidance has been introduced on fire safety and new responsibilities for the responsible person. Hannah Eales and Christina Orthodoxou outline what you need to know
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FeatureRent reforms
The Renters (Reform) Bill is currently making its way through parliament. Matthew Bonye and Shanna Davison of Herbert Smith Freehills consider the proposals for change
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FeatureRates and wrongs
Andrew Cammish and Carl Roche outline the business rates relief available to charities, and consider the impact of a recent Supreme Court case for property practitioners
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OpinionTaking the long view
Clare Harman Clark, the Property Section chair, considers the scope of property law to rewrite the rule book on how we all interact with the world around us
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FeatureA private function
In February 2023, the Supreme Court held that visual intrusion by the viewing gallery in the Tate Modern’s Blavatnik Building was a private nuisance against those living in a nearby block of flats. Joanna Williams and Joseph Skilton consider the impact of the verdict
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FeatureSafety first
The Building Safety Act is evolving as it is brought into force. Mark Roach and Harriet Hawkins explore the latest developments
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FeatureFeeling flushed?
Jennifer Woodruff considers the regulations around septic tanks that property practitioners should be aware of when advising clients
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FeatureIn good company?
Kayleigh Brown provides an update on the requirements under the Economic Crime Act to register overseas entities, and how it relates to registration of trusts
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FeatureLandlord certificates
Paul Tonkin and Katie Dunn outline what you need to know about preparing landlord certificates, including the rigmarole and the risks involved
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EventTrusts and Property: A Best Practice Guide for Declarations of trust and gifting property (On Demand)
Our panel discussed trust and probate matters, restrictions on title, identifying beneficial ownership and accounting to the correct beneficiaries in a probate or trust sale.
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OpinionThe heat is on
Clare Harman Clark, the Property Section chair, considers the impact on property solicitors of the recent Law Society Practice Note on Climate Change
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FeatureRental auctions
Warren Gordon outlines the government’s proposals for mandatory high street rental auctions in England