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Buying a property is one of the largest financial commitments most people will make, and much of the work that protects that commitment happens out of sight. Among the least understood parts of the process are “searches”. They rarely involve the buyer directly, yet they can determine whether a purchase proceeds, what it costs, and […]
Families applying for probate are set to see significant changes to court fees from 13 July 2026, subject to parliamentary approval. While the cost of making a probate application is increasing substantially, there is some welcome news for those who need official copies of the Grant of Probate. Probate application fee increases The court fee […]
Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) tools are becoming part of everyday life. Many people now use them to help draft emails, summarise documents, research topics, prepare forms or explain unfamiliar concepts. AI can be useful, but it also carries risks. This is especially important where legal documents, personal information, financial details or confidential family or business matters […]
Introduction Gifting residential property, such as your home or a second property, is sometimes considered as part of estate planning, particularly where individuals are looking to reduce inheritance tax (IHT) or pass assets on during their lifetime. A common assumption is that simply giving your home to a family member will remove it from your […]
