Release equity from house: Increase your income
As we’ll explain in this article, equity release is just one of several options that are now available to over 55s who wish to increase their income. Here at Tees our Equity Release Council member and SOLLA accredited experts are on hand to help and advise you every step of the way. We’re all living longer and […]
Quarter days explained
Many leases provide for annual rent to be paid in four equal instalments “on the usual quarter days” and clients are often surprised to learn that these are 25th March, 24th June, 29th September and 25th December. What are the usual quarter days? These days are not, as one might expect, the first days of […]
Considering leasing your land for a solar farm project?
Solar farms, also known as solar fields or solar parks, are the large-scale application of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels to generate green, clean electricity at scale, usually to feed into the national grid. Solar farms can cover anything between 1 acre and 250 acres and are usually developed in rural areas. Approximately 25 acres of […]
Building Safety Act and Fire Safety Act 2022: Implications for landlords
The Building Safety Act 2022 introduced a considerable amount of new legislation focused on the remediation of building safety defects in existing buildings. The Regulations have been introduced following the Grenfell disaster and have been designed to shift responsibility for the payment of remediation costs from leaseholders to developers and landlords. In doing so the […]
Is subletting an option for unwanted office space?
With multiple economic pressures facing businesses, many are looking at their expenses to see where money can be saved. After salaries, rent is often a business’s largest expense. Post-COVID, many companies have already made investments and adaptations to make working from home possible, and some may well be questioning whether they can save funds on […]
Logistics health and safety laws
Logistics and haulage companies have faced unprecedented challenges in recent years. From considerable post Brexit-disruption, inflated fuel prices and other cost increases to substantial driver shortages. Given these onerous external pressures, it is perhaps unsurprising that good health and safety practices can be overlooked or neglected. Many see health and safety as endless paperwork, red […]
Letters of authority and exclusivity agreements for renewable energy projects
As the UK moves towards a greener energy infrastructure, developers are increasingly seeking out landowners whose land is suitable for renewable energy projects such as wind farms, solar farms, anaerobic digestion plants and battery storage projects. Often these landowners are farmers who may be looking to diversify their land use. Quite often the first approach […]
The registration of matrimonial home rights
What Are Matrimonial Home Rights? Matrimonial home rights apply to properties used as the primary residence by married couples or civil partners. Establishing legal rights over the matrimonial home is often a key issue during divorce or separation. If a spouse is not listed as a legal owner, they may need to register a notice […]
What is conveyancing?
Conveyancing is the word typically used to refer to the legal process of buying or selling a house. Buying and selling a house can be an exciting process – but it can also be stressful! Our team of Conveyancing experts are on-hand to provide guidance at every stage, as we want to achieve the best […]
Medical negligence: Quality of nursing care claims
If you are concerned about the standard of care a relative or loved one is receiving, there are steps you can take to help improve their situation. Our specialist Medical Negligence team offer valuable help and guidance. You can call our Medical Negligence experts on 080o 013 1165 for a free, confidential, no obligation chat. What to do […]
Farm health and safety: Legal responsibilities for farmers
On a daily basis, farmers and farm workers are exposed to potentially dangerous machinery, vehicles, chemicals and livestock. Farmers are subjected to all sorts of risks including working at height, dealing with electrical equipment and working near pits and silos. Coupled together with the ever-changing weather conditions it is no surprise that the farming industry […]
Conveyancing: Glossary of terms
Legal terms can sometimes be confusing – here’s a glossary of conveyancing terms to help you when buying or selling a house. Conveyancing Glossary Anti-money laundering (AML) Law firms must comply with current anti-money laundering legislation (AML), meaning the laws, regulations, and procedures put in place with the aim of preventing criminals from disguising illegally […]
