We are absolutely delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted for the Small Conveyancing Firm of the year category in this year’s Law Firm Service’s Awards Congratulations to our fantastic conveyancing team who continue to provide an excellent service day in day out.
A recent court ruling has highlighted the increasing danger to home owners whose properties are affected by Japanese knotweed. Knotweed can cause structural damage, has very vigorous growth and can be very difficult to eradicate. A recent Court of Appeal decision decided that the escape of knotweed into a neighbours garden amounts to a nuisance … Continued
Equity Release is a way for those of us over 55 to release a capital sum from the property we own and live in without having to make any monthly payments. The most common Equity Release plan is a type of mortgage but one where the interest is added to the debt and repaid when … Continued
It’s an old saying that moving home is one of the most stressful things you can do in life, it’s right up there with divorce and supporting the England football and cricket teams. It must partly be due to the emotional investment we all make when we buy a new home. It is not just … Continued
April sees the 21st Stress Awareness Month which aims to increase public awareness about both the causes and cures for modern day stress in the workplace. One person’s challenging and go-getting environment is another’s stressful hell hole and therein lies the issue about stress in the workplace – it’s not the external issues that are … Continued
As specialist conveyancers we are often asked why it takes so long to complete the conveyancing process, from agreeing the price with the Estate Agents to moving in. It’s a tough question and the answer, of course, is a complicated one but there are things that we can all do to speed it up and … Continued
Due to a desire to have more flexibility, Caroline Bennett will be leaving us as a permanent member of staff from the end of March, although happily our paths will cross again as she will be working as a locum in the area. Since Caroline joined our firm she has been an amazing asset and … Continued
We often find that clients see their conveyancer only when they have found a buyer and don’t realise that speaking to a lawyer when your property first goes on to the market can save time and a lot of hassle later on. If you are planning to move house, some early planning can make the … Continued
Last week this company appointed Administrators following the reported collapse of the company. If you have a Will with them you should seek to recover it from them as soon as possible and if you are unable to do so then please contact us for advice. Further, if you have appointed the company as your … Continued
Our Martock Office are holding an Open Morning on 22nd March between 10am – 2pm. Come along and get to know us, learn about our services and see our recent renovations! Easter refreshments provided. Everyone welcome!