top of page
KW on law
Find out about the latest legal and property news, plus news about our firm by viewing our blog posts below.
If you have an idea for a story, or want to collaborate with us, please email sana.abubaker@kingswellwatts.co.uk
Search
New legislation gives security to children of EU citizens
The British Nationality (Regularisation of Past Practice) Act 2023 confirms British citizenship to children of EU citizens exercising...
Sana Abubaker
Jul 14, 20231 min read
Kingswell Watts sponsors donkey rides
Kingswell Watts was the proud sponsor of the “Real Donkeys” rides at the Crowlees CE(C) Junior and Infants School 50th birthday event....
Sana Abubaker
Jul 7, 20231 min read
The potential return of Home Information Packs?
Home Information Packs (HIPs) were documents that provided information about the conveyancing process, such as their EPC, title documents...
Sana Abubaker
Jun 30, 20231 min read
End to ‘no-fault' evictions
Private landlords will no longer be able to evict tenants from their homes at short notice and without good reason. The change comes as...
Sana Abubaker
Jun 8, 20231 min read
100% mortgages available for first-time buyers
Skipton Building Society is offering five-year fixed mortgages which do not require a deposit. Renters who are struggling to save for a...
Sana Abubaker
Jun 5, 20232 min read
Problems with doing your own probate
Probate is a process that occurs after the death of a loved one. It confirms the validity of your will and gives specific people the...
Sana Abubaker
Mar 13, 20232 min read
Importance of submitting a visa application correctly
Completing a valid UK spouse visa application is a complicated and long-winded process. If your application does not meet the strict...
Sana Abubaker
Jan 17, 20231 min read
Lasting powers of attorney- no mystery!
A survey by consumer watchdog reporters, Which?, reported that only one in seven people have given someone else power of attorney over...
Sana Abubaker
Jan 13, 20231 min read
Planning for your future
The recent case of Hughes vs Pritchard has raised the importance of having a professional draft of your Will. Although it does not happen...
Sana Abubaker
Jan 10, 20232 min read
Keeping on top of corporate governance
Corporate governance is a set of guidelines and rules used to direct and manage a company. All companies require good corporate...
Sana Abubaker
Dec 12, 20221 min read
Paying for care home fees
Selling a home may not be necessary if you, or a family member has to go into a care home. Individuals who need to go into specialist...
Sana Abubaker
Dec 9, 20221 min read
Summary of Autumn budget
Current Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced budget plans in his recent Autumn Statement. Our director, Asif Abubaker will provide a...
Sana Abubaker
Nov 25, 20222 min read
Applying for UK work visas post-Brexit
Immigration rules for EU citizens looking to work or study in the UK have now changed. Before 1 January 2021, EU citizens were able to...
Sana Abubaker
Nov 18, 20222 min read
Changes to ground rent for leaseholders
The Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022 will make home ownership fairer and more transparent for millions of future leaseholders....
Sana Abubaker
Nov 7, 20221 min read
Reduction to Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT)
Former Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng has announced changes to stamp duty land tax when purchasing residential property. From 23 September...
Sana Abubaker
Oct 31, 20221 min read
bottom of page