The Welsh Government has announced changes to the threshold for paying Land Transaction Tax (LTT), with the change coming into effect on October 10, 2022. The update will see the threshold on paying no LTT…
Japanese Knotweed: New advice when buying or selling a property
Japanese Knotweed is an invasive weed that has caused havoc among homeowners since its introduction to the UK, in many cases stopping people from getting a mortgage or selling their property. However, a growing understanding…
What to do if you find yourself in a boundary dispute
A boundary dispute can be frustrating, confusing, expensive, and complex to deal with – for both parties. However, this article will tackle some common questions and issues to help you better understand the process and…
Stamp duty holiday extended in Wales until 30th June
The latest news to affect home buyers is that the Welsh government has extended its stamp duty holiday – in Wales called a land transaction tax (LTT) – on residential properties until the end of…
Why boundary disputes arise and how to avoid them
A boundary dispute can arise for many different reasons and can often result in a long, drawn-out disagreement between neighbours. In this article, Peter Morgan, managing partner at Hutchinson Thomas, explains how disputes can arise…
Lifetime ISAs: key points for first time buyers of new homes
What are lifetime ISAs? Lifetime ISAs (individual savings account) can be used to buy your first home or for savings later in life, such as retirement. To open a lifetime ISA account, you must be…
Japanese knotweed: a warning to landowners
Japanese knotweed is notorious for how difficult it is to eradicate, with it often taking years of treatment to remove the plant. It is fast growing through its underground roots (or rhizomes) and can block…
The little-known property law that can prevent you getting a mortgage
Existing and would-be homeowners have been warned that a little-known conveyancing law could prevent them securing a mortgage on a property – and affect its marketability when they sell. Adrian Morley, a specialist in residential…