Freehold vs. Leasehold: Key Differences Every Buyer Must Consider

When purchasing residential property in the UK, one of the key questions your solicitor will ask is whether the property is leasehold or freehold. Each type of ownership carries different rights, responsibilities, and potential legal challenges that buyers should be aware of before deciding to proceed with the purchase. Sharon Galley, Head of Property at…

Deputyship: What’s involved?

Kerry Davey, a solicitor at JMP Solicitors, sheds light on the responsibilities of deputyship and offers guidance on how best to fulfil this role if you’ve been appointed. When individuals are unable to make significant decisions for themselves due to mental incapacity, the concept of deputyship is invoked to ensure their affairs are handled responsibly.…

The Responsibilities of Selling a Property as an Executor

  Experiencing the loss of a loved one is an extremely distressing period. The practical aspects that must be dealt with during this phase can also be quite daunting. Sharon Galley, Head of Property at JMP Solicitors, explains the role of an Executor includes selling a property and navigating complex legal and administrative procedures, requiring…

Remortgaging

Did you know that you need a solicitor when remortgaging? While some lenders use their preferred suppliers to manage the legal requirements of the process, many don’t offer this service at all – and lots of homeowners simply don’t know that they need it. If you’re not tied into your mortgage deal or your fixed…

Seven things to consider if you are aiming to move home by Christmas

Homeowners and prospective buyers considering a move before Christmas should act quickly to increase their chances of a smooth relocation, as the festive period approaches. The weeks leading up to Christmas are crucial for those navigating the homebuying process and in these uncertain times, the government has advised everyone to remain flexible, with no guarantee…

Thinking of moving to the East Midlands? Here are the six most desirable hot spots for London commuters

London commuters thinking of moving to a location outside of the capital can look to inside tips from property experts on up-and-coming areas in the East Midlands. Moving further upcountry could save potential homebuyers a considerable amount, whilst being situated less than two hours from London, with the average property prices in the East Midlands…

Five reasons to move now

With the government announcement of the stamp duty holiday until March 31 2021, prospective homebuyers can look to these five reasons from conveyancing experts to move whilst the property market is booming. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, home mover or buy to let investor wondering how and when to make your next move – following the…