Property Law
Plain-English guides to property law.
Stamp Duty Land Tax Explained: Rates, Reliefs, and How to Pay Less Legally
Stamp Duty Land Tax can add tens of thousands of pounds to the cost of buying property. This guide explains current rates, first-time buyer relief, multiple dwellings relief, and how to calculate what you owe.
Leasehold vs Freehold: Which Property Ownership Is Right for You?
Understanding the difference between leasehold and freehold ownership is one of the most important decisions a property buyer makes. This guide breaks down the pros, cons, and hidden costs of each.
Tenant Rights Every Renter Should Know
Renting a home comes with more protection than many tenants realise, from deposits to repairs to how you can be asked to leave. Here is what to check, what to expect, and how to stand up for your rights.
Buying Your First Home: The Legal Steps Explained
Buying a home is the biggest purchase most people ever make, and the legal side can feel like a fog. This guide walks through the journey from offer to keys, and the checks that protect you along the way.
Tenant Rights: What Your Landlord Can and Cannot Do
Landlords have real powers — but also real limits. Understanding your rights as a tenant helps you push back on illegal practices.
Buying a Property: A Step-by-Step Guide to Conveyancing
Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property ownership. Understanding each stage helps you avoid delays and costly surprises.