Is Your Property Registered with Land Registry? What UK Property Owners Need to Know If you own property in England or Wales, you’ve likely heard of the Land Registry – but do you know if your property is registered with them? This seemingly simple question can...
Trusts – Genius Tax Planning or Unnecessary Expense? Protecting your family home and assets is smart. But so too is tax compliance. Why Trusts exist A trust is a legal arrangement where you (the “settlor”) hand your assets to someone else (the...
You have Got a Will – But You Want to Make Changes. What Now? Most people know that having a will is vital. It helps wrap up your affairs, provide for your loved ones, and ensure that your wishes are followed after your death. If you already have a will – excellent....
Why Your Solicitor Asks for ID – Understanding Anti-Money Laundering Requirements If you’ve ever instructed a solicitor and been asked to provide a passport or a bank statement, or other personal documents, you might have wondered: Why all the red tape?...
Supporting Our Yorkshire Air Ambulance We’ve just sent £263.22 to YAA, which accumulated over the past 3 months. You might recall that whenever someone asks us to witness or notarise a document, we charge a nominal minimum fee (starting at £10 but more is...
