Before renting a property in England, you must prove your right to rent. Similarly, before a landlord can rent a property to you, they need to establish that you have a right to rent it. The core requirement is to provide satisfactory documents on which to base the right to rent.
15.5.2025Read more...
The Renters’ Rights Bill is set to overhaul tenancy laws in England and Wales, promising stronger protections for tenants, including an end to ‘Section 21’ repossessions. Now in its second reading in the House of Lords, the legislation aims to curb unfair evictions, but concerns are growing that it could unintentionally shrink the rental market.
18.2.2025Read more...
They say buying a house is stressful. However, knowing the key steps in the legal process helps you understand where you are and what still must be done. This helps to take the pressure off.
3.2.2025Read more...
In recent years, leasehold reform has been at the forefront of discussions, gaining substantial momentum.
6.11.2023Read more...
Buying property at auction can be a thrilling and potentially rewarding experience. However, it is important to be aware of the legal implications, rules and regulations, and possible risks involved in such a purchase. In this article, we will explore the key considerations for anyone looking to buy property at an auction in the UK.
31.5.2023Read more...
National Conveyancing Week runs from Monday 20th March to Friday 24th March. Find out about eight key points in the conveyancing process when buying a house here.
20.3.2023Read more...
This guide looks at the role of a residential landlord and the key obligations you will have, including your financial responsibilities and health and safety obligations.
27.1.2023Read more...
January is the time of the year we all start making plans for all those things we hope to achieve across the year laid out in front of us.
17.1.2023Read more...
New rules on smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in rental properties are in force from this month (October 2022) and residential landlords and providers of social housing must comply on new and existing tenancies.
6.10.2022Read more...
Proposed new legislation is latest in a fast-changing landscape for private rented sector - by Jo Readman, Dispute Resolution Solicitor at Sharmans
19.7.2022Read more...