We are delighted to hear of the changes to the Stamp Duty Land Tax thresholds following the government's recent budget announcement. It means that first time buyers buying properties worth up to £425,000 pay no stamp duty land tax, and the threshold at which stamp duty land tax is payable for those who have previously [...]
Anyone who has purchased a property in or around Lancaster within the last few months should already be aware that an Article 4 Direction is coming into force on 10th November 2021 in parts of Lancaster, but what is an Article 4 Direction? An Article 4 Direction is when a Local Council removes permitted development [...]
Following an investigation by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), Persimmon Homes have agreed to allow its leaseholders the right to purchase their property’s freehold at a discount. Persimmon Homes currently have a right to buy scheme where the owners of leasehold houses can acquire the freehold, but this new agreement means that the purchase [...]
The Law Commission of England and Wales has called for an urgent shake-up of the leasehold system. If the recommendation became law, certain leasehold property owners will be given a right to extend their lease for up to 990 years, with no ground rent. Leasehold property has recently come under close scrutiny and media pressure, [...]
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 [...]
Choosing the right solicitor can be difficult, and with so many to choose from how is Oglethorpe Sturton and Gillibrand different? How do you choose? We are the largest law firm in Lancaster, with a second office in Kirkby Lonsdale, and here are just a few examples of how you can instruct us with confidence [...]
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 [...]
Here is such a lovely comment written by a client following a recent property matter which partner Sarah Miller dealt with, and as always was outstanding - "Sarah's commitment to my case and her perseverance in the face of unprecedented difficulties caused by coronavirus regulations and lockdown, were outstanding. She went "above and beyond" in [...]
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 [...]
What happens when you purchase a house only to find out after completion that the seller has left broken appliances, or there is a leaking pipe? The seller does not guarantee that any appliances sold with the property are in good working order, and does not guarantee that no works of repair are required to [...]
