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Changes to the Child Support Act 1991 |
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The Child Support Act is a piece of legislation, which governs the assessment of child maintenance. New rules came into force on 3 March 2003, which impact on the way, particularly, the financial aspects of a divorce/separation are decided.
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Get-ing a Jewish Divorce |
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The Get is the Jewish form of divorce. The husband and wife must co-operate...
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Philip Popeck brings you up to speed on buildings insurance policies |
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Building insurance is must-have for any property owner.
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Be clear about the legal requirements for double glazing |
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Everyone knows that double glazing is a real plus point when selling a property.
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Buying new and staying happy |
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We all like brand new things, untouched by others, and a newly built home is no exception.
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Co-owning a Property |
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When a property is purchased by two or more people for their own benefit they can own the property in two ways.
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Guarantees on new properties |
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Just as many new products have a guarantee, so you should expect one from the builder of a newly built home.
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The importance of asking questions |
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'Caveat emptor' (let the buyer beware) is a fundamental principle of property purchase.
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Say goodbye to neighbours from hell |
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You've paid a fortune for your mansion block apartment but a neighbour is playing 'Now That's What I Call Ibiza 38' at full volume and his empties from all night parties are flooding your doorstep.
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Service charges and who pays them |
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If you own a flat or maisonette where the landlord or a management company is responsible for the upkeep of the structure and common parts...
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Search and enjoy |
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Searches are a fundamental part of any property transaction...
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Check your fixtures and fittings |
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'Is this staying? Is that going?'
Frequently asked questions during the negotiations of a property purchase.
The unexpected removal of items is about the most common cause of disputes on completion, often costing more to resolve than the value of the items in questions.
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Share of freehold: good or bad? |
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The simple answer is almost always good because it gives you some control over the management of your building and its expenses.
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Don't ignore Building Regulations |
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I know, I know, paperwork can be a bore, but not making sure work done on your home complies with building regulations can scupper your chances of selling it – so it's worth enduring the bureaucracy involved.
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Be ready for the big day |
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Well done! You've found your dream home...
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Indemnity is the Best Policy |
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There's no such thing as over–protection when it comes to defending yourself against disaster while buying a home.
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Fair exchange |
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Everyone involved in the sale of a property is extremely busy between exchange of contracts and completion...
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Care-free Underpinning |
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Don't be scared to buy a home that's been underpinned.
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The fast sell |
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Planning in advance is the key to a quick sell.
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Property and Partners |
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Congratulations, you've found your perfect partner and your perfect home, and now you're ready to move in...
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Survey and Survive |
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Obviously you check out your dream home...
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Pay less Stamp Duty |
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You can't totally avoid paying stamp duty but with a little thought and effort you can save a lot of money.
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How to extend your lease |
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There could be good news for leaseholders if a Bill now going through Parliament passes muster.
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