KW on law

Find out about the latest legal and property news, plus news about our firm by viewing our blog posts below.

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What are your rights as a tenant if you have mould?

Apr 12
1 min

What are your rights as a tenant if you have mould?

A TikTok user has gone viral after sharing videos of her mould-infested flat. Bea Elton (@CleanWithBea) spent the last few months...

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Sana Abubaker

Mar 28
1 min

Re-assessing the conveyancing process

A government inquiry has been launched to help improve England's house buying and selling process. The inquiry will examine the whole...

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Sana Abubaker

Dec 1, 2023
2 min

Islamic mortgages carry higher costs

Islamic mortgages can cost thousands more, with some requiring a minimum of a 15% deposit to be accepted. Base rates also stand at around...

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Targeted stamp duty cuts could help solve housing crisis

Sana Abubaker

Nov 24, 2023
1 min

Targeted stamp duty cuts could help solve housing crisis

According to the National Association of Property Buyers, these cuts could help the property market if 'aimed at right buyers and...

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How to spot Japanese knotweed on your property

Sana Abubaker

Aug 3, 2023
2 min

How to spot Japanese knotweed on your property

Japanese knotweed is a type of weed that spreads rapidly and is very difficult to get rid of without professional help. It is not illegal...

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The potential return of Home Information Packs?

Sana Abubaker

Jun 30, 2023
1 min

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...

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Sana Abubaker

Jun 8, 2023
1 min

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...

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100% mortgages available for first-time buyers

Sana Abubaker

Jun 5, 2023
2 min

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...

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Sana Abubaker

Mar 13, 2023
2 min

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...

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Sana Abubaker

Dec 9, 2022
1 min

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...

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Sana Abubaker

Oct 31, 2022
1 min

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...

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