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A joint approach to conveyancing in Northern Ireland

We are pleased to support the Law Society of Northern Ireland, RICS and Propertymark in the publishing of ‘People, Professionals and Property’ – a joint approach to…

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Buying a new build property in Northern Ireland

New build properties are extremely popular in Northern Ireland at present. In this article Alison Reid explains the process of buying a new build property.

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The Renter’s (Reform) Bill 2023: Understanding the proposed changes

The Renter’s (Reform) Bill 2023 was recently introduced to Parliament, delivering a Government pledge to ‘level up the quality of housing in all parts of the countr…

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What are ‘Replies to Pre-Contract Enquiries’ in Northern Irish conveyancing?

Vendors in Northern Ireland selling their property have to complete a set of standard form Replies to Pre-Contract Enquiries with their solicitor as part of conveya…

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Don’t get yourself in knots: understanding Japanese Knotweed

Whether you are a buyer or a seller, it is vital to be able to recognise Japanese Knotweed within your garden as its presence may have negative implications for the…

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House deposits and ‘The Bank of Mum and Dad’

This article provides some guidance regarding house deposits coming from parents or other third parties to help young people get on the property ladder.

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2% non-UK resident surcharge for Stamp Duty Land Tax

The coming into force of the 2% non-UK resident surcharge on 1 April 2021, adds further complexity to the acquisition of residential properties.

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The Trust Registration Service: How the new legislation affects property transactions

New legislation means that you may need to register some of your property-owning structures with HMRC or potentially face a penalty – and this can include those cre…