How long does it take to sell a business?
If you’re looking to sell your business, you’ll naturally want to complete the sale as quickly as possible. After all the next chapter or whatever you’re moving on to will be waiting. The exact length of time it will take to sell your business will depend on a number...
What is gazundering and is it legal?
Aside from being a funny and made-up sounding word, gazundering is a very real problem for UK property sellers. In the best case, it can leave sellers with less than what they perceive is their property’s true value. In the worst-case scenario gazundering can leave...
What is a property chain?
Growth in average UK house prices continues to fall. As such, there are likely to be more first-time buyers entering the market and facing the twists and turns of property chains. A property chain occurs when multiple home buyers and sellers are connected. They’re...
Tips for buying a hotel
Buying any type of commercial property and the business that comes with it, can be challenging. The hospitality industry though, is one of the most competitive and stressful industries to get into. However, it can be very rewarding when it is done properly. Both in...
Green Lease: What you should know
A green lease imposes environmental responsibilities on a landlord and their tenants. These obligations are in addition to the contractual arrangements for use of the assets. Green leases are typically a kind of commercial lease. They’re designed to reduce carbon...
What are the landlord’s responsibilities under a commercial lease?
Many individuals like the idea of buying a commercial property and renting it out, which is understandable – in the right circumstances it can be a very lucrative opportunity. However, what often isn’t considered enough is the responsibilities you take on when you...
Selling a property at auction: What you need to know
Selling a property at auction can be a great option for homeowners who are looking for quick sale or have a troublesome house that isn’t selling the conventional way. However, there is a lot to consider when selling a property at auction and it’s important to have all...
Can you use the same conveyancer for buying and selling?
If you’re buying or selling a property you will naturally want to make the process, go as quickly and smoothly as possible. The question of whether the same conveyancer can be used for buying and selling is one that comes up frequently as many people believe this can...