Key Stages of Selling a Property
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Key Stages of Buying a Property
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Helping your kids to buy a house
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With the average house price now at almost £380k, the dream of buying a first home feels ever more out of reach for Generation Z. As a result, many young people are understandably turning to their parents to help them out. If you are a parent considering helping your kids to buy a house, there…
We’ve been shortlisted again for the Cornwall Law Society Awards!
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We’re so excited that Tegan Pownall and Alice Vage have both been shortlisted for awards at this year’s Cornwall Law Society Awards which take place on 13th June 2025 at Truro Cathedral! We’re hoping to build on the success we had last year when we won Small Firm of the Year and the Judges’ Award.…
WHAT TO DO IF YOU MISSED THE STAMP DUTY LAND TAX DEADLINE
History of Stamp Duty Stamp duty land tax was introduced in England in 1694 and is one of this country’s oldest taxes. Since then, it has been updated to reflect changing times and sometimes used as a tool to boost the property market at times of economic stress. When is Stamp Duty payable? Stamp Duty…
DYING MATTERS AWARENESS WEEK 5-11 May 2025
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There seems to be an awareness day or week for everything these days, and perhaps ‘Dying Matters Awareness Week’ does sound a little strange, but it nevertheless bears an important message as Solicitor Alice Vage discusses. Tackling a tricky subject to bring peace of mind Many of us are understandably squeamish about discussing matters around…
Will disputes concerning the family business
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A Will should be a true reflection of a person’s wishes. However, situations sometimes arise where there is doubt cast upon the validity of a Will. Disputes concerning Wills are referred to legally as Contested or Contentious Probate. This type of dispute becomes especially complex where a business is involved and can become even more…
Protecting yourself when appointing an Attorney for your LPA
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You may have seen several stories in the news lately regarding abuse of Lasting Power of Attorney. We therefore thought it would be a good idea discuss the issues raised and put them in context. Leah Chenoweth, Solicitor at Penderlaw, discusses the topic and how to protect yourself when appointing an attorney. A recent BBC…
How do I contest a Will?
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The death of a loved one is one of the hardest things in life to go through. If there is also a dispute over their Will, this can make it even more distressing. You may feel that they were not of sound mind when they made their Will or perhaps even were unduly influenced or…
Building an extension? 7 fundamentals to get right.
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Whether you’re buying a house with lots of potential that you want to make the most of, or have decided against moving in favour of extending your existing home, there is a lot to consider when building an extension. Solicitor Demelza Dunstan highlights the legal pitfalls to avoid when extending your property. Building an extension…
