Heads of Terms in commercial property transactions, otherwise referred to as Memoranda of Understanding, set out the basic future intentions and expectations of the parties involved, albeit prior to any agreement being signed.

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As the law currently stands in the UK, inheritance tax will be payable on your estate, typically at a rate of 40%, on anything over and above the threshold of £325,000. This is known as the nil-rate band. As such, if the net value of your estate falls well below this threshold, your worldly wealth can be left to your loved ones entirely tax-free.

As a responsible landlord, it is imperative that you understand your statutory obligations under the new Act, and review any existing letting procedures accordingly, otherwise you potentially face a hefty financial penalty or even criminal conviction.

If you are a business tenant  seeking or planning to lease new premises there are many things you will need to consider, from the obvious practicalities such as location and cost, to the necessary legalities, not least your rights and responsibilities as set out under the commercial lease agreement.

From April 2019 all estates worth over £50,000 will be charged a higher probate fee, which for the largest estates is up to £5785 more than the current fees.

Where parents are separating or divorcing there will often be disagreement regarding the custody or contact arrangements for their children. We look at how the court can intervene to ensure that any living arrangements are in the best interests of the child.

Given the publicity surrounding the high numbers of Brits who haven’t made a Will, it’s not surprising that many people are rushing to find a solution. One of the options is a Will Writer. However, there are some very good reasons why you might want to avoid entrusting your Will to this type of service.

Divorces can be difficult. At this emotional time it’s often tough to focus on practical matters. However, it’s important to ensure that you’re protected financially after a divorce.

Many people assume that when you buy a property you’re purchasing all the building and land as a package. However, the distinction between a freehold purchase and a leasehold purchase means that this is often not the case.