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Many landlords with rental properties in Wales are currently grappling with the new regime imposed by the Renting Homes Wales Act 2016 which came into force on 1 December 2022.
Couples who have lived together may believe they become ‘common-law spouses’, a term frequently used but having no legal recognition.
If you’ve been thinking about buying a leasehold property but have been put off because of the ground rent charges, you no longer need to let that stop you from going ahead with your purchase. From 30th June, ground rent cannot be charged on new residential leases.
In July 2022 the Welsh Government are introducing changes to the way properties will be rented. The Renting Homes Act 2016 is set to change how properties are rented, managed and lived in in Wales. It affects both the social and private rented sectors.
Here at PGM we have an expert conveyancing team so you can rest assured that your transaction will be in safe hands. We understand that what you want is simply to be in your new home, and it is our job to make that happen as swiftly and as smoothly as possible.
Moving in with your partner or buying a house together, when you are not yet married needs a little extra thought before proceeding. From a legal point of view, there are a few things to consider:
Japanese Knotweed has been back in the media lately. An invasive plant notoriously difficult to get rid of. It was originally introduced into the UK by the Victorians as an ornamental plant. It was then used to strengthen structures such as railway embankments and canals.
Payment in the construction industry has been a hot-topic for many years. Whether it’s payment between employer and main contractor, or among main contractors and subcontractors, the chance of a dispute remains higher in construction than it does in most industries.
During the lockdown period, thousands of people took the opportunity to repair and upgrade their homes. Often, tradespeople were employed to carry out these works.
Following on from our last blog re boundary disputes, our latest insight highlights the other common problem areas you may find yourself in with the neighbour next door.