Leasehold get a makeover
What? New legislation enables house and flat leaseholders the right to extend their leases by 990 years with a ground rent of zero. The system will be easier and cheaper than previous methods and eliminates the 'Marriage Value’ method for those looking to purchase the freehold of their property too. Why? Leaseholders previously
The Stamp Duty Holiday – What you pay
The Stamp Duty Holiday is coming to close - here is a simple guide to how much Stamp Duty you pay when buying a property in the UK against what you used to. Come July 2021, all change.
A to Z guide of property terms
An A to Z guide of property terms for those in need of a refresh or first-time-buyers looking to get on the property ladder. One of the most expensive things most people will ever do is buy a property. As a property buying agent, I spend my days wrestling the market
A to Z guide to Mortgage Terms
Mortgage terminology broken down into bite sized pieces. If you are just about to step on the property ladder, looking to increase a portfolio or just want a quick reminder, please click on the link below for a PDF guide to Mortgage Terms. A to Z mortgage terms
Freehold v Share of Freehold V Leasehold
Property tenures explained Ever wondered what the difference is between leasehold, freehold and share of freehold? You aren't alone. Click on the link below for a PDF breakdown of everything you need to know! Since creating this changes are afoot for leaseholders, please read my breakdown on new leasehold legislation here. Freeholdvleaseholdvshareoffreehold