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Electronic Wills and Big Changes Ahead: Are You Prepared? 09 June 2025

The Law Commission has published a new report, Modernising Wills Law, suggesting big changes to how Wills are made in England and Wales. These updates aim to bring the law in line with today’s digital world and reflect how society is changing.

Wills, Probate & Estate Administration
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Supporting Carers Week 2025: Caring About Equality 09 June 2025

Carers Week 2025 takes place from 9th - 15th June, focusing on the theme ‘Caring about Equality’. The week aims to raise awareness of the challenges faced by unpaid carers across the UK and call for a fairer, more supportive society.

POA, Court of Protection & the Elderly Tax & Trusts Wills, Probate & Estate Administration
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Planning for the Future in a Blended Family 04 June 2025

In today’s modern world, blended families are more common than ever. Many people are entering new relationships or civil partnerships later in life, often bringing children from previous relationships into the mix.

Family & Children Law Wills, Probate & Estate Administration
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The End of Leasehold? Commonhold’s Growing Role in UK Housing 02 June 2025

For decades, leasehold ownership has been the standard for flats and shared buildings in England and Wales. However, this model has increasingly come under scrutiny due to rising costs, limited control for leaseholders, and complex legal structures.

Residential Property
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How to Resolve a Boundary Dispute 28 May 2025

Boundary disputes are one of the most frustrating and emotional legal issues for homeowners and landlords alike. What often starts as a small disagreement, like where a fence is placed, can quickly turn into an expensive and time-consuming battle.

Residential Property
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Why a Local Solicitor Matters for Your Property Transaction 23 May 2025

In an era where everything from grocery shopping to banking is done at the click of a button, it's tempting to take a similar approach when selecting a solicitor for buying or selling a home.

Residential Property
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Making a Will? These New Legal Changes Will Affect You 21 May 2025

For the first time since 1837, the laws around making a will in England and Wales are set for a major overhaul.

Wills, Probate & Estate Administration
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What Does ‘Share of Freehold’ Mean? 19 May 2025

If you’re buying a flat, you might come across the term ‘share of freehold’ but what does it actually mean, and how could it affect your ownership?

Residential Property
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Should You Gift Your Family Home? 07 May 2025

Gifting your family home might seem like a generous and practical step, particularly when thinking ahead about Inheritance Tax or planning for future care.

Tax & Trusts Wills, Probate & Estate Administration
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The End of Leasehold Flats? 07 May 2025

The UK’s leasehold system, long criticised by homeowners is facing major reform.

Leases Pre-Marital Agreements Residential Property
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