Nine out of ten people affected by dementia believe that having a diagnosis, as hard as it would be, has many benefits, including being able to sort out lasting power of attorney (LPA) before it is too late.
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Married Couples Gear Up For Change In Divorce Law
From April 6th, changes to the government’s Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 came into effect in England and Wales
House Data Form Updated To Speed Up Conveyancing Process
The Buyer’s and Seller’s Property Information form (BASPI), which was introduced to replace the Home Information Packs (HIPs), has been revised to include more details, the Law Gazette reports.
Forgery Case Raises Questions Over Divorce Law Change
Undergoing a divorce can be an extremely difficult time for all concerned, including both partners, any children they have and their wider families. It is for that reason that legislation has been passed with broad support from politicians and the legal sector alike...
Govt Adds £1.3m To Mediation Programme
Divorcing couples have been encouraged to discuss their disputes amicably, thanks to additional investment to the government’s mediation scheme.
The Six Stages Of Mediation
Mediation is a broad, civil process that is used to settle disputes between two different parties, which can be individuals, businesses or organisational groups without necessarily needing to go to court.
Property Market Boom Continues In 2022
The building society Nationwide reports that average house prices have continued to rise for the sixth consecutive month, reaching £255,556.
Why Making A Will May Be Your Best Resolution
New year is a time for making resolutions and while many pledges to join a gym or take up a new hobby don’t make it to February, there are some more practical goals that can not only be fulfilled, but come with implications that could literally last beyond your own...
CMA Frees Leaseholders From Taylor Wimpey Ground Rent
Housebuilder Taylor Wimpey has voluntarily given formal commitments to the CMA to remove terms from leasehold contracts that cause ground rents to double in price every ten years.
Can A Divorcing Spouse Withhold Finances?
One major concern for many people when considering divorce is the financial side. With professional help, this won’t be an issue.
