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Holden Smith announces Ryanne Smith as director of residential property
Holden Smith, the Yorkshire based law firm, has announced the promotion of Ryanne Smith to director of residential property.
What do I need to consider when buying a new build property? And why should I use a specialist new build solicitor?
Thinking of buying a new-build property? Then you’re not alone. Research recently shared by new home sales website whathouse.com, shows the number of people in the UK looking to purchase a new build home in July 2022 reached almost 49,000 – an 11% increase on the previous month.
What is Declaration of Trust and when should I have one?
If you decide to buy a house in unequal shares, using a solicitor to draw up a Declaration of Trust is a sensible idea to help protect both parties if things don’t turn out as planned.
How to become a ‘power buyer’ and get the house you want
Find out how to become a power buyer and get the home you want with expert tips from Linley & Simpson.
What is the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022? And what does it mean for freeholders and leaseholders?
What is the objective of the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2002, what does it mean for people looking to buy a leasehold property, and do current freeholders need to do anything to prepare?
Here’s how to get the best valuation for your home (and what not to tell the valuer!)
Thinking of selling your home? There’s lots to think about! What’s the difference between a valuation and a survey? What sort of things does a valuer look at? And how can you get the best possible valuation for your home? Holden Smith spoke to Brad Ogden, property expert and head of sales at estate agent Linley & Simpson, to answer these questions and more.
How to choose a good conveyancer when buying a house
We asked Holden Smith co-founder, James Smith, to answer these quick-fire questions about how to choose a good conveyancer when buying a house.
How much are solicitors’ fees when buying a house? And what does a conveyancer actually do?
Conveyancing is a world that can sometimes feel frustrating and shrouded in mystery when buying a home, and buyers aren’t always clear on what their solicitor is doing for them. So, have a read and let us explain in this Q&A.
How can I speed up the conveyancing process?
It can sometimes feel like conveyancing is standing in the way of you and your new home and that the process is taking…well…forever. So, how can you speed up the conveyancing process?