Written by Maxim Sealey, Associate Solicitor · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 24 August 2026 Setting rent to be payable monthly, rather than quarterly or at another longer interval, gives landlords a meaningfully faster route to eviction under section 8 of the Housing Act 1988 for rent arrears. This is because the mandatory ground for […]
A change of Prime Minister does not, on its own, stop a house purchase or sale going ahead, and it should not automatically delay a transaction that is already in progress. Following Sir Keir Starmer’s announcement that he will resign as Labour leader and, in due course, as Prime Minister, many buyers and sellers are […]
Written by Salima Manji, Head of Real Estate · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 20 May 2026 Whether you are buying your first home, moving up the ladder, or investing in a second property, understanding the current stamp duty rules is essential before you make an offer on a property. In this guide, our residential […]
Written by Salima Manji, Head of Real Estate · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 13 May 2026 The tenancy agreement that almost every private landlord in England has relied upon for the past 30 years — the Assured Shorthold Tenancy, or AST — no longer exists in law. As of 1 May 2026, the Renters’ […]
Written by Fraz Butt, Senior Director · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 08 September 2026 The world of real estate is evolving, and with it, the ways we can purchase property. Cryptocurrency has emerged as a potential game-changer, offering an alternative to traditional financing. If you’re intrigued by the idea of buying property with cryptocurrency […]
Written by Syeda Shamim, Associate Solicitor · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 25 February 2026 For decades, the English and Welsh property markets operated under a simple, if somewhat stressful, mantra: ‘Caveat Emptor’ a.k.a Buyer Beware. The burden was on the buyer to uncover defects, and the seller’s goal was often to reveal as little as possible […]
Buying a property is one of the biggest financial decisions you will ever make. Yet for many buyers, the conveyancing process feels complex, slow, and full of unfamiliar legal terms. This expert guide to conveyancing for buyers explains exactly what happens at every stage, how long it takes, what can go wrong, and—most importantly—how a […]
An option agreement is one of the most effective legal tools for securing development land or maximising future land value—but only when drafted correctly. At Saracens Solicitors, our specialist option agreement solicitors advise landowners, property developers, promoters, investors and overseas clients on strategic, enforceable option agreements across London and the UK. Whether you are looking […]
Written by Salima Manji, Head of Real Estate · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 8 January 2026 Transferring a property into sole ownership is a common legal process in England and Wales, often required after divorce, separation, inheritance planning, or buying out a co‑owner. While it may seem straightforward, mistakes can be costly — especially […]
