There is good news for Landlords who have been waiting to be able to take action against their commercial tenants. As of 26 March 2022, Landlords can now, once again, exercise their right of forfeiture. The process of forfeiture (re-entry) is the landlord’s right to determine the lease in the following instances: Where the tenant [...]
The Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022 received Royal Assent on 8 February 2022. When it comes into force, it will limit the ground rent payable on most new long residential leases in England and Wales. Certain types of leases are excepted from the ground rent restrictions in the 2022 Act: business leases, statutory lease [...]
A new initiative from the Government has been announced – Help to Build. Similar to the Help to Buy equity loan, this particular proposal is an equity loan from the government of up to 20% to assist individuals building their own dream home. There are, of course eligibility rules including, you must fully own the [...]
We now offer a fixed fee pricing structure for Landlords wishing to seek possession of their residential property from their tenant. See here for further information. In order to be able to lawfully evict a tenant, the correct legal process must be followed. That starts with the serving of a notice or notices under the [...]
A recent case of a fraudulent property transaction has been making headlines and provides a stark warning to both conveyancers and property owners. The owner of the property in question was working away from his Luton property when he was informed by neighbours that there was activity in the home. Upon returning, he discovered that [...]
Legislation brought in on 1 October 2015 imposes additional requirements on landlords in relation to gas safety certificates and Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs). Failing to meet those requirements can render any section 21 ‘no-fault’ eviction notice served invalid, potentially exposing landlords to adverse costs orders when relied on in possession proceedings. Initially, the legislation applied [...]
Oglethorpe Sturton and Gillibrand are currently recruiting for the position of a paralegal in their property and conveyancing team. Oglethorpe Sturton and Gillibrand are one of the oldest and largest law firms in Lancaster with an office in Kirkby Lonsdale, offering a full range of legal services for individuals, companies and the agricultural community. We [...]
At Oglethorpe Sturton and Gillibrand, we have a legacy of supporting rural businesses. Our combination of legal expertise, local knowledge, and a personable approach has been cultivated over more than 200 years of advising farmers across Lancashire, Cumbria, Yorkshire and beyond. We continue to seamlessly provide this first-rate support in the face of the challenges [...]
Are you a first time buyer, looking to buy your first home but don't know where to start? Here are a few helpful tips: 1. Make sure you have been in touch with an independent mortgage broker so you know how much money you can borrow, and so you have an idea of the purchase [...]
This month we saw two of our most experienced and much loved lawyers retire. Fiona Gregory Fiona Gregory, solicitor specialising in Wills, Trusts and Probate has been based in our Kirkby Lonsdale office for ten years. Known by many in the local area, clients and colleagues hold her in high regard for her [...]
