BLOGS
This is where you can find some useful background information on a range of legal areas covered by KWW's specialists. Please remember, the law has a habit of changing, so always check with us for the very latest legal position.
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Financial arrangements after dissolution of a civil partnership
While some of the formalities are different, when it comes to dealing with financial disputes arising from the dissolution of a civil partnership, the same
Recap on the main lockdown issues for families
Now we are into our third period of national lockdown, we thought it would be useful to recap the coronavirus rules as they affect families.
Get ready for the leasehold revolution!
Eve Wilson and Alex Riley of our conveyancing team report on the welcome and long overdue moves designed to bring fairness to the leasehold market. Changes
Deputyship – when a power of attorney is no longer an option
If your partner, a parent, or another close relative is losing their ability to manage their own affairs, you may be concerned about how much
5 more potential problems with your property title (and how to fix them)
Last month, we outlined five potential problems with the title to your property. In the second of this two-part series, Anjum Khaliq, one of our
5 potential problems with your property title (and how to fix them)
When it comes to selling your home, one of your first tasks should be to make sure the title to your property is in order.
Divorce in a time of Covid-19
If you’re thinking about divorce, are in the middle of divorce proceedings or dissolving a civil partnership, you might be wondering how the Covid-19 upheaval
Powers of Attorney – it’s a matter of trust
With continuing advances in modern medicine, we are living longer and longer. And while we are able to keep our bodies healthy and fit into
Stamp Duty Holiday. Should you buy now?
In his summer statement, the Chancellor of the Exchequer announced an eight-month stamp duty holiday. The Government hopes the tax cut will catalyse the housing
Settlement or compromise agreements
One of the hardest aspects of the whole Covid-19 period is the long shadow it has cast over so many businesses and livelihoods. Without wishing
Why a legal expert is best for estate administration
Like many government organisations, Her Majesty’s Courts and Tribunal Services (HMCTS) has been increasing its digital services over the past few years as it aims
Developers’ incentives. Are they really worth it?
If you are looking to buy your first home or trade up, you may feel tempted by some of the freebies offered on new build
How to spot abuse of the elderly and vulnerable
As we continue our adjustment to living with Covid-19, concern over its effects on elderly and vulnerable people is mounting. The National Domestic Abuse Helpline
When KWW met the Foreign Secretary
It’s not every day the Foreign Secretary stops by for a catch-up, but that’s exactly what happened at KWW today. Dominic Raab, MP for Esher
Stamp Duty holiday: Sunak delivers
The KWW property team is poised to handle an increase in conveyancing enquiries now Chancellor Rishi Sunak has confirmed a temporary stamp duty land tax
How to get moving again
Estimates suggest close to half a million property transactions have stalled because of the coronavirus crisis. Recent easing of restrictions means these sales can now
Let lockdown be your spur to action on care planning
The coronavirus pandemic has heightened interest in taking control of your personal affairs and addressing important matters like Wills and powers of attorney. We have
Look out for the Covid-19 tricksters
While the country adjusts to life under the cloud of Covid-19, criminals are using this period of upheaval and uncertainty to their advantage. We wanted
Ready, willing and able to get you moving!
We are pleased to see the Government taking steps to reboot the housing market and want to send a clear message that KWW Solicitors is
Accidental Landlord Covid-19 Q&A
The Government hurriedly introduced legislation to protect tenants during the current Covid-19 crisis, and these changes came into force from March 26, 2020 and will
