National Moving Day takes place this year in England and Wales on Tuesday 19 August. Historically, the annual awareness event marks the start of the busiest week of the year for home movers in the UK, which sees more than 300,000 house moves in the country each year....
Residential and Commercial Conveyancing
Outlook for First-Time Buyers
Taking your first steps on the property ladder is not easy. The housing market has been particularly challenging for first-time buyers over the past few years, as rising prices, stagnant wages and high mortgage rates have conspired against many of those...
Buying and Selling Agricultural Property
Agricultural land has long proved a sound investment in the UK, with prices increasing exponentially over the years. According to the latest Farmland Index published in July by property consultancy Knight Frank, the average price of bare agricultural land in...
What is the Leasehold Reform Act?
The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 received royal assent at the end of May, the latest in a series of changes to English property law that the government hopes will make home ownership fairer and more secure. Although the Act is not yet in force, when it does...
Step-by-Step Guide to Buying a Home
Buying a property can be daunting, and the conveyancing process can seem overwhelming, particularly if you are a first-time buyer. A specialist conveyancing solicitor can help. Specialist residential property solicitors oversee the various stages of a...
What You Need to Know as a First-Time Buyer
So, you’ve done it; after lots of saving, you finally have your deposit ready to buy your first home! As exciting as this is, it is also highly overwhelming. The professional and highly experienced residential property lawyers at Bowsers Solicitors have taken the time...
Top Tips to Ensure That The Conveyancing Process Goes Smoothly
Purchasing a property, whether as a seasoned buyer or for the first time, can be a very exciting yet overwhelming experience. For most people, it is one of the biggest investments they will ever make. Therefore, ensuring that the process runs as smoothly as possible...
Selling a Property: What Information Do I Need to Give My Buyer?
Moving house is a hugely exciting time. However, the conveyancing process can be daunting, and the road to home ownership inevitably comes with the odd twist or turn along the way. Buying or selling a property involves a set procedure, and certain steps need to be...
Should You Avoid Leasehold Properties? The Hidden Costs
When you are seeking to get on the property ladder, a leasehold property can feel like a more achievable option. But while flats and apartments may have a lower purchase price than other types of property, you should be aware that leaseholders pay hidden costs both...
Will Housing Prices Come Down In 2023?
The housing market has boomed over the last decade with prices increasing by 10% on average year after year. Recently there's been a slight dip in property prices which is leading some to believe that a significant drop is on the horizon. Let's take a look at why...