Free fruit, renewable energy suppliers, a paperlite office; just some of the ways local businesses of all sizes can move to a more sustainable, greener existence, as our managing partner Peter Hopkins explained at a recent workshop. The Greening Your Business workshop – part of Great Big Green Week – saw Peter and other Henley […]
Making a Will might be one of the best things you ever do – but where to start? What are your assets? Do you need to appoint a guardian for your children? And what about Inheritance Tax? Seek legal advice By seeking legal advice, you will have peace of mind knowing your Will has been […]
Disputes between siblings arising from the dominant role by one in caring for a parent are common. It can lead to suspicions that the carer sibling is misusing of the parent’s money or the carer sibling is manipulating the vulnerability of the parent in the making of a will to their benefit. Once relationships break […]
A Section 21 Notice is the written notice that landlords must use if they want to evict tenants and regain possession of a property let under an assured shorthold tenancy (AST) without needing to establish fault on the part of the tenant. Note that this method of regaining possession is to be abolished by the […]
Succession planning for agricultural estates has become more challenging due to provisions announced in the UK 2024 Budget. The key change is the capping of Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR). What is agricultural and business property relief? APR and BPR applies to qualifying assets eligible for 100% APR and 100% BPR. […]
Making a Will, or updating an existing one, can be on our minds for a while before we finally get round to it, though once it has been drafted and signed we often feel a sense of relief that “Will!” can be ticked off the to-do list, for a while anyway! But sometimes the solicitor […]
The annual Henley Arts Trail took place over the May Day bank holiday, showcasing stunning and inspirational artworks from over 200 creatives in 30+ locations, from private homes and studios to a vineyard and a distillery! Founded in 2006, the Henley Arts Trail is now a vital fixture in Henley’s vibrant arts calendar, with the […]
If your commercial tenant has stopped paying rent, you may be able to change the locks by exercising your right to peaceful re-entry. However, this is only permitted if no one is occupying the property (Pirabakaran v Patel 2006 EWCA). If the tenant, or anyone else, is living in any part of the premises (for […]
Buying a home is one of life’s biggest investments — but when sellers keep secrets, it can lead to costly consequences. A recent High Court ruling over a £32 million London mansion infested with moths is a sharp reminder of why honesty is crucial in property sales. The case centred around Horbury Villa, a luxury […]
Trustees have a wide range of responsibilities when administering the trust estate under their charge. Have you been asked to be a trustee? Maybe you’re not sure what the role involves? Find out what a trustee is, and the duties of a trustee, below. What is a trustee? A trustee is a person or a […]
When it comes to the breakdown of a long-term relationship, often the last thing on your mind will be your Will. Already dealing with a vast array of matters both legal and non-legal, a Will often falls at the end of a very long and ever-growing list. For those without a Will in place, your […]
In the world of property transactions, not every deal concludes successfully. People occasionally change their minds, unsettling survey results can emerge, or someone else might swoop in with a higher offer and claim the property you had your eye on. Let’s explore whether Residential Abortive Transaction Insurance (RATI) is a worthwhile investment in such situations. […]
