Property
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When a tenancy comes to an end, most landlords expect the tenant to hand back the keys and move on. However, that does not always happen. Sometimes a tenant stays...
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Whilst trusts are prevalent in the UK and other common law jurisdictions, and are useful vehicles for holding and conveying assets, in France, they are viewed with suspicion because of...
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The concept of an ‘easement’ is one that many people are familiar with. It is a legal right to use or enter another person’s land for a specific purpose. It...
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Property ownership brings many rewards, but it can also present unexpected challenges. One of these is the issue of natural nuisances. Unlike noise or boundary disputes, which clearly arise from...
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Cooper v Ludgate House Ltd and Powell v Ludgate House Ltd [2025] EWHC 1724 (Ch) The High Court has handed down a landmark decision in Cooper v Ludgate House Ltd...
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I have seen a building project which interests me for a flat purchase ‘en plan‘. Are there risks involved in buying in this way? Purchasing property off-plan, or VEFA, can...
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If you are a commercial tenant, your lease may set out that your landlord has to keep the structure and shared parts of the building in repair. When that does...
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Every so often, we come across a Land Registry entry that just is not right. A boundary line might be in the wrong place. A name might be missing. A...
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If you have ever bought a home or piece of land, you may have come across something in the title called a restrictive covenant. It is not always clear what...
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When purchasing property, most people expect that the title register will provide a complete picture. However, not all rights connected to a piece of land are visible on the register....
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When enforcing a judgment debt, obtaining a charging order is a powerful step, but ensuring it is properly protected on the title is just as important. At Ashtons Legal, our...
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A not uncommon problem faced by property owners can arise when a thin strip of land, between the registered title and a highway or stream, appears unregistered. These gaps can...
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