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Rights for a property owner to use another person’s land do not always appear on title deeds, but a buyer of the land may nevertheless purchase subject to them. In a recent case, a vicar asserted his own and others’ rights to use the drive of a house as an access route to and from…
This may be a silly question, but in our experience clients do not always understand what they have agreed to buy once they have fallen in love with what they hope will be their new home. There are two main types: freehold and leasehold. There is another option called commonhold, but this is rare and…
What Is Property Title Fraud? Often, property or land is the most valuable asset an individual or company owns. This makes it a significant target for fraudsters. Property title fraud occurs when an individual poses as the owner of a property and transfers, sells or mortgages the property without the owner’s consent. Sometimes, the fraudster…
Two of Kent’s long-established law firms have joined forces to provide unparalleled legal services to clients in Medway and the surrounding areas. Winch & Winch has been incorporated into dgb Solicitors LLP, which is renowned throughout Kent for its expertise and very high standards of service and client care. Winch & Winch has similarly provided…
The importance of having a valid will in place has long been established, with many understanding the critical importance of expressing their wishes about how their estate should be managed and distributed upon their death. What, however, happens if an individual requires assistance with managing their affairs whilst they are still alive?
The number of people with asset protection needs (for example those with step-families, second marriages, tax or other financial reasons) continues to rise. A common concern is ensuring that their spouse has the financial support to maintain their standard of living, whilst also ensuring funds are protected for the benefit of their own children. Implementing…