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8th April 2026

Will I be Taxed on Gifted Money for my House Deposit?

If you’ve ever heard this sentence from a loved one, ‘We’d love to help you with a deposit, but what about getting taxed?’ - you’re not the only one. Read this blog by Conveyancing Executive Elle Granger who answers this common question.

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A Day in the Life of a Trainee Solicitor

As a Trainee Apprentice Solicitor in our conveyancing team, Izzy Holloway is part of the process that helps keep everything moving smoothly for buyers or sellers. In this blog for National Conveyancing Month, Izzy shares what a typical day can look like for her.

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31st March 2026

A New Dawn in Residential Renting

From 1 May 2026, England’s private rented sector undergoes its largest reform in decades, with core provisions of the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 coming into force. What does this mean for tenants and what does this mean for landlords? Noel McNicholas explains.

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24th March 2026

Fire and Rehire: Major Restrictions Introduced by the Employment Rights Act 2025

The Employment Rights Act 2025 (the “Act”) marks a decisive shift in the UK’s approach to “fire and rehire”, significantly curtailing employers’ ability to impose key contractual changes by dismissing and re engaging staff. Head of Employment Ruby Rai explains more.

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23rd March 2026

What Is A Chain and Why Does It Matter?

If you’re buying or selling a home in England or Wales, you’ll either see property listings state “no onward chain” or be told during viewings “there will be a chain”. In her blog, Licensed Conveyancer, Leah Leech explains how this may impact you.

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18th March 2026

Day in the Life of a Trainee Conveyancer

When I tell people I’m a trainee conveyancer, I am usually met with either a string of questions or the classic nod from someone trying to look like they know what I mean. In my blog I'll be walking you through an average day!

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16th March 2026

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