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A probate valuation encompasses calculating the value of the deceased’s assets, which is critical for determining any inheritance tax liabilities and ensuring equitable asset distribution among beneficiaries. This guide aims to equip you with essential knowledge on conducting a probate valuation accurately, the roles of Personal Representatives, and the potential...
After the death of a loved one, several matters will require immediate attention. Finding the last will of the deceased is generally a priority. However, while this may sound like a simple enough task, most find that it rarely is. For various reasons, ranging from the...
Wall construction is generally a complete mystery to the majority of the public. The walls in the UK appear to be uniform in most places across the country and it can be easy to get mistaken and misidentify the wall construction. In this ultimate guide, we will show...
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A probate valuation encompasses calculating the value of the deceased’s assets, which is critical for determining any inheritance tax liabilities and ensuring equitable asset distribution among beneficiaries. This guide aims to equip you with essential knowledge on...
After the death of a loved one, several matters will require immediate attention. Finding the last will of the deceased is generally a priority. However, while this may sound like a simple enough task, most find that it rarely is. For various reasons, ranging from the...
Wall construction is generally a complete mystery to the majority of the public. The walls in the UK appear to be uniform in most places across the country and it can be easy to get mistaken and misidentify the wall construction. In this ultimate guide, we will show...
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Wall construction is generally a complete mystery to the majority of the public. The walls in the UK appear to be uniform in most places across the country and it can be easy to get mistaken and misidentify the wall construction. In this ultimate guide, we will show...
Making an offer on a house can be a nerve-racking experience. Before deciding how much to offer on any given property, there are numerous factors to consider. Our articles aim to demystify some parts of the buying process and equip you with the confidence and...
It has become increasingly difficult for many people to purchase a home. When you compare the average income growth and property price growth in the UK over the last year, it’s not hard to see this. Those numbers can make the situation seem rather dire. However, the...
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We have chosen to write this article to outline some of the benefits of why getting a lease extended might be a good idea. It may be in your best interest to check the current remaining term on your lease. In general, it is accepted by everyone in the industry that if...
Leasehold is a form of tenure where one party buys a specified space for a specified time length. Therefore, when you own a leasehold property you own the lease and the land and building structure is owned by the landlord who is the freeholder. The residential leases...
Collective Enfranchisement - What is it? Collective freehold enfranchisement is a right upon qualification to collectively acquire the freehold of the building from the existing landlord. This involves owners of the flats referred as ‘qualifying tenants’ joining...
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A probate valuation encompasses calculating the value of the deceased’s assets, which is critical for determining any inheritance tax liabilities and ensuring equitable asset distribution among beneficiaries. This guide aims to equip you with essential knowledge on...
After the death of a loved one, several matters will require immediate attention. Finding the last will of the deceased is generally a priority. However, while this may sound like a simple enough task, most find that it rarely is. For various reasons, ranging from the...
The loss of a loved one is never pleasant. Dealing with their absence is however one of the things we must do. One of these things may include having to deal with their property, especially if they passed on without a Will. When this happens, you have to go through...