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How the right conveyancing solution can aid buy-to-let transactions

With the recently-announced stamp duty holiday in effect until March of next year, inquiries for UK residential properties up to  £500,000 have skyrocketed almost overnight. Many United Kingdom residents have realised that opportunities to save on property purchases, as offered by favourable Land Tax Stamp Duty adjustments, only come around

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Choosing a conveyancer during the stamp duty holiday

On the 8th of July this year, Chancellor of the Exchequer – Rishi Sunak – announced temporary alterations to the Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT). This came after month-on-month property enquiries fell from around 100,000 per month in February 2020 to around 40,000 in April, and is intended to reignite

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Choosing the Right Property Conveyancer

Finding the right property conveyancer is more important than ever before, especially for home buyers. On Wednesday 8 July 2020, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a stamp duty tax holiday for property buyers in England and Northern Island. This break begins immediately and continues until 31 March 2021. It will apply to

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Selecting a Property Solicitor After COVID-19

With the economy now open, buyers and sellers will have a lot more to consider when selecting a property solicitor. While lockdown has ended, the pandemic is still changing the way that property transactions are done. It will take a long time before the full impact that lockdown has had

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Why You Need Online Conveyancers and Estate Agents

Whether you are purchasing or selling property, you will likely need the help of online conveyancers. You will also need a good estate agent. Many who are new to property transactions are unsure whether both of these industry professionals are needed and many are unsure how estate agents and conveyancers

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The Future of Property Conveyancing

There is no doubt that property conveyancing has changed a great deal. In the last decade alone, buyers and sellers have been able to navigate the conveyancing process with the help of a wide range of tools. It was not too long ago that the process was limited to a

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What Is Equity Release & How Does It Work?

Ideal for homeowners of 55 years and older, equity release offers a way to release the money tied up in your property. This option is ideal for those who have paid up their mortgage, with a property that is in good condition. It suits retired owners who are looking for

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Can I Do My Own Conveyancing?

DIY conveyancing can seem like a good way to save money, whether selling or purchasing a property. Many buyers and sellers assume that the savings are high enough to make it worth the risk. In other cases, they assume that there are little risks involved in doing their own conveyancing.

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