A Guide to Wills, Trusts and Probate
Planning for the future can feel daunting, but it is one of the most important steps you can take to protect yourself and those you…
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Plans to introduce increased Probate fees scrapped Plans to introduce increased Probate fees scrappedThe Ministry of Justice has scrapped plans to introduce increased Probate fees which have been dubbed a ‘Stealth Tax’. The legislation was due to come…
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What does the new Inheritance Tax Residence Nil Rate Band mean for you? What does the new Inheritance Tax Residence Nil Rate Band mean for you?On the 6th April 2017 the new Inheritance Tax Residence Nil Rate Band (“RNRB”) came into effect. It has been advertised in the media as…
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Clapham & Collinge Solicitors announce key promotion Clapham & Collinge Solicitors announce key promotionWe are delighted to announce Philip Lumb has been appointed Partner. Philip joined the litigation team in September 2015 as a Consultant Solicitor and has…
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PPI scandal of the property sector PPI scandal of the property sectorHousing developer Taylor Wimpey has had to set aside £130 million to settle lease rows. The company has had numerous complaints due to leases attached…
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Proud sponsors of The Benjamin Foundation’s Butterfly Walk Proud sponsors of The Benjamin Foundation’s Butterfly WalkClapham & Collinge Solicitors are delighted to announce that we are main sponsors of The Benjamin Foundation’s fourth annual Butterfly Walk fundraising event taking place…
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Employment Tribunal Reform Employment Tribunal ReformThe Employment Tribunal (“the Tribunal”) deals solely with disputes between employers and employees and has undergone several changes in recent years. Most notably, in 2013,…
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First time buyers – What should you consider when buying your own home? First time buyers – What should you consider when buying your own home?According to a article by BBC News published in January 2017, last year was estimated to have seen the highest number of first time buyers…
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Why does your business need terms and conditions? Why does your business need terms and conditions?Whether part of a company or partnership or acting as a sole trader, some people may think that obtaining a properly drafted set of terms…
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‘Help to Buy Equity Loan’ a success story ‘Help to Buy Equity Loan’ a success storyThe Help to Buy scheme was initially introduced in April 2013 and was comprised of 2 parts: an equity loan and a mortgage guarantee scheme….
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Nicola Strefford joins our expanding Employment Law team Nicola Strefford joins our expanding Employment Law teamWe are delighted to announce Nicola Strefford, Chartered Legal Executive, has joined our expanding Employment Law team bringing with her 13 years of legal experience….
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Is a McKenzie friend really your “friend”? Is a McKenzie friend really your “friend”?In the recent months the news has been rife with articles reporting on the controversy surrounding the growing phenomenon that is McKenzie friends. But what…
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Britain’s first divorce hotel is now open for business! Britain’s first divorce hotel is now open for business!Thinking of planning a romantic treat for your partner? You may wish to think again with the opening of this new hotel! Romance is probably…