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Handing on a family business or a farm is rarely just a financial transaction. It is about protecting something built over years, often generations, while ensuring the people who depend...
Buying a property is one of the largest financial commitments most people will make, and much of the work that protects that commitment happens out of sight. Among the least...
Whether it’s a shop, an office, a warehouse, or a workshop unit on a small industrial estate, buying a commercial unit is a significant step for any business. It can...
Energy Performance Certificates have been a familiar feature of buying, selling and letting property in England and Wales for over fifteen years. Following the publication of the Warm Homes Plan...
In a housing market where mortgage rates can shift on global headlines and property chains remain painfully fragile, homeowners are being urged to get “move ready” before putting their property...
Artificial intelligence has reached the point where a convincing conversation with someone who has died is no longer the stuff of science fiction. Trained on old messages, voice notes, photographs...
Grandparents often play a significant role in their grandchildren’s lives, offering support, continuity, and a different kind of love from that of a parent. When family life is settled, contact...
Buying a new build property is an exciting prospect. The appeal of a brand-new home, untouched by previous owners and often built to modern energy efficiency standards, is entirely understandable....
Mixed-use properties (buildings that combine commercial premises with residential accommodation) are a familiar feature of the UK’s towns and high streets. The flat above the shop, the office with a...
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered a punchy Spring Statement, flagging the importance of stability at home amidst growing global uncertainty. Intended as an opportunity to shine a light on improved forecasts,...
As the UK marks National Conveyancing Month in March, it is a timely opportunity to highlight the vital role conveyancers play in buying and selling property. Purchasing or selling a...
Even a carefully drafted will does not always bring matters to an end. The Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 allows certain people to apply to the court...
When someone can no longer make decisions for themselves and has not put a Lasting Power of Attorney in place, the Court of Protection can step in. Applications to the...
The Chancellor takes centre stage for Budget performance. After months of panto-style ‘will she, won’t she?’ speculation, the curtain finally lifted on an Autumn Budget that blends tax takes with...
When buying a home in England, one of the first things you will come across is whether the property is being sold as freehold or leasehold. These terms describe the...
When someone dies, their estate (property, money and possessions) usually needs to be administered through a legal process known as probate. In England and Wales, probate is the procedure by...
Mr and Mrs Jones came to us just recently retired who have spent decades building their wealth, which includes property, investment portfolios and a pension. They have 2 adult children...
When Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen recently revealed he’d transferred ownership of his Cotswolds home to his sons-in-law, it made headlines and raised eyebrows. In his own words, it was part of a...
(Warning – this one’s a little “techy”… but stay with me!) At this time of year, many families find themselves deep in A-Level season. Naturally, thoughts start turning to university...
Domestic abuse can feature in relationships in a variety of ways, whether that be physical, emotional, financial or coercive and controlling behaviour. Although domestic abuse is a criminal offence, there...
Q: What is an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) and why is it important? A: An EPC assesses the energy efficiency of a property, rated from A (most efficient) to G...
I love my Sat Nav. (I also love helping people plan their retirement with cash flow forecasting – but more on that in a moment!). *There – it’s out there,...
Douglas Adams nailed it when he wrote The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy and insisted that each copy should have “Don’t Panic!” emblazoned on the front. It’s sound advice—and very...
Adele Bebbington-Plant is Business Development Director and Head of Private Client at Cullimore Dutton. Here she talks about her passion for making a difference to the lives of clients, colleagues...
Previously known as parental alienation, The Court’s and practitioners approach to alienating behaviours has been updated. Alienating behaviours is a term used to describe a set of behaviours used by...
Helping Our Client Overcome a Jurisdiction Dispute in Divorce Proceedings When it comes to divorce, especially with international elements, things can quickly become complicated. I recently supported a client who...
A recent High Court case, Iya Patarkatsishvili & Vevhen Hunyak v William Woodward-Fisher, is a clear warning for anyone selling property. It highlights how important it is for sellers to...
Helping a Client Rebuild After Domestic Abuse At Cullimore Dutton, we understand that divorce is never just about legal paperwork—it’s about securing a stable and fair future for our clients....
As a business owner, you’ve invested significant time and effort (and likely blood, sweat and tears!) into building a successful enterprise. However, without proper estate planning, your business could face...
Divorce is often a challenging and complex process, with many financial issues requiring careful attention. One area that often causes confusion, and also very often overlooked or not given the...
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