Conveyancing

The Ownership Question That Outlives the Mortgage: How You Hold Your Home Decides Who Inherits It

Most couples never ask how they will legally own their home — they simply accept the default. Yet the distinction between joint tenants and tenants in common can determine whether a partner inherits automatically, whether children from a previous relationship are provided for, and how care fees are assessed. This guide explains the difference in plain English and sets out how to change your arrangement later.

Nov 3, 2026

Freehold, But Not Free: The Old Deeds That Still Control Your Land

Owning the freehold does not always mean doing as you like with your land. Restrictive covenants — some dating back a century or more — can dictate what you build, how you use your property, and who can enforce the rules. Here is what buyers and self-builders need to check before committing.

Nov 2, 2026

Generosity With Guardrails: Funding Your Child's First Home Without Putting Yours at Risk

Helping a child onto the property ladder is one of the most generous things a parent can do — and one of the easiest to get legally wrong. From declarations of trust to inheritance tax traps, here is how to give with confidence.

Nov 1, 2026

No More Equity Loans: How First-Time Buyers Can Navigate the 2025 Property Market

With Help to Buy closed to new applicants, first-time buyers need a new playbook. From deposits and searches to shared ownership and realistic timelines, here is what to expect when buying your first home in 2025 — and why the right conveyancer matters more than ever.

Oct 31, 2026