Members' Insights
 

Keep up with the latest real estate insights, news and trends from The Landsite members.

 

24th May 2021
What Will Leasehold Reform Mean For Me?
Posted by Coles Miller
Leasehold reform is excellent news for leaseholders in the form of 990-year leases and the government’s further commitment to zero ‘peppercorn’ ground rents.
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1st February 2021
Moving House During the Covid-19 Lockdown 3
Posted by Coles Miller
The government is urging everyone involved in the home moving market to adapt and be flexible by changing their usual processes
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20th November 2020
How To Comply With Landlords Electrical Regulations
Posted by Coles Miller
As a private landlord you could be fined up to £30,000 (per breach) if you fail to comply with the latest electrical safety regulations.
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20th October 2020
Section 21 Notices And Landlords' Gas Safety Certificates
Posted by Coles Miller
As a landlord, the extremely frustrating time you’re facing is about to get worse:
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28th September 2020
Do Not Evict Tenants Illegally - Seek Expert Legal Advice
Posted by Coles Miller
Landlords frustrated at not being allowed to evict late-paying tenants because of Covid-19 rules are being warned not to take the law into their own hands.
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13th July 2020
How Much Money Will The Stamp Duty Charges Save Me?
Posted by Coles Miller
Discover how much you will save with Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s Stamp Duty holiday…  
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29th June 2020
Ban On Commercial Lease Forfeiture And Rent Arrears Recovery
Posted by Coles Miller
Commercial tenants struggling to pay the rent can breathe a sigh of relief ahead of the June Quarter Day (June 24). They will be spared eviction – for the moment at least.
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22nd June 2020
Simple Rules When Agreeing To Move
Posted by Coles Miller
Once you have agreed to move home by exchanging contracts or signing a tenancy agreement, you have entered into a legal agreement to move.
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3rd June 2020
Simple Rules When Making Offers or Accepting Offers
Posted by Coles Miller
There is a greater risk that parties may need to delay their move because someone is showing symptoms of coronavirus or is self-isolating. 
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30th May 2020
Simple Rules For Home Viewings
Posted by Coles Miller
People should use virtual viewings before visiting properties in person where possible, in order to minimise public health risks. 
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21st May 2020
Why We're Solicitors For Developers With Vision
Posted by Coles Miller
When a church is demolished, it is more than an architectural tragedy. It is as if something has been torn from us. Lost forever, leaving only fading memories.
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13th May 2020
How Does Equity Release Work?
Posted by Coles Miller
Most people have heard of equity release but few really understand how it works or how to go about it.  To help you, here is a jargon-free step-by-step guide to explain the process of unlocking the wealth you have in the value of your home.
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