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The Clock is Ticking – Government Confirms New Implementation Date for Renters’ Rights Act 2025
As you may have heard, the Act became law on 27 October 2025, following Royal Assent of the Bill. We understand that the introduction of the new law may create some uncertainty, so we are providing this update to highlight some of the key areas of reform that we believe landlords should be aware of. […]
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Meet the Residential Conveyancing Team at BHP Law – Your trusted partners in property transactions
Whether you’re buying your first home, selling a cherished property, remortgaging, or transferring ownership, the Residential Conveyancing team at BHP Law is here to guide you every step of the way. With decades of combined experience and a deep commitment to client satisfaction, our team offers a personal, professional service tailored to your needs. What […]
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Right to Buy Discount Changes
What is a Right to Buy discount? The Right to Buy scheme is a policy that gives secure tenants of councils and some housing associations the legal right to buy, at a large discount, the council houses in which they live. This means you will purchase your home at a price much lower than the […]
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Stamp Duty Land Tax changes effective from 31st October 2024
Following the announcement of the budget on 30th October 2024, individuals or companies purchasing additional residential property, such as second homes or buy-to-let properties, in England and Northern Ireland will now be subject to an additional increase on higher rate Stamp Duty Land Tax from 3% to 5%, which is effective from today, 31st October 2024. There is […]
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Equity Release Mortgages – What they are and how they can impact you
On face value an Equity Release sounds like a good idea however, before considering whether this is the right option for you, let us weigh up the pros and cons: What is Equity Release? If you are over 55, own your own home and are struggling for cash or would like to have a more […]
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Stamp Duty Land Tax & Higher Rate Stamp Duty Land Tax
Stamp Duty Land Tax Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) formally known as Stamp Duty, is a tax paid by the buyer of a UK residential property to the UK Government. The threshold is where SDLT starts to apply. If you buy a property for less than the threshold, there’s no SDLT to pay. The current SDLT thresholds are: Higher Rate Stamp […]
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Property: are you considering using a mortgage broker? Here’s what you should know…
People are increasingly turning to brokers for advice on obtaining a mortgage. But how much do you know about your broker and are they acting in your best interests? Property developers and estate agents regularly refer their clients to brokers. Mortgage lenders and intermediaries (i.e. brokers) are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) while lenders are […]
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