Local authority liable for incorrect search result (TC)
The High Court has held that a local authority was liable after providing a buyer incorrect information in a local authority search, which was subsequently relied upon in the purchasing […]
Stamp Duty avoidance clampdown ‘breaches human rights’, courts told (PIE)
The Court of Appeal has thrown out an attempt to have Stamp Duty Land Tax anti-avoidance rules declared unlawful.
London investors split deals to minimise stamp duty – claim (EAT)
The recent changes in stamp duty means some investors in high value locations like London are splitting their purchases to reduce their liability.
The Importance of the Structural Survey in Residential Purchases
It may be a cliché, but buying a home is one of the most important purchases you will make in your life.
How can property sales guidance be utilised by conveyancers? (TC)
The National Trading Standards has released draft revised guidelines on compliance for property sales. The revised guidelines will replace the old guidance issued by the Office of Fair Trading, who […]