I’m buying a house with a restrictive covenant for a homeowner. What does this signifier?

I’m buying a house with a restrictive covenant for a homeowner. What does this signifier?

Covenants are rights or limitations that govern how to make use of a piece of property. They can be positive or negative and are transferred with the title to a new homeowner. ‘Restrictive covenants’ tend to be beneficial and can be located in both ownership and leasehold titles. These are regulations prohibiting certain uses of…

A ghostly premium? Living near a paranormal haunted property could increase your asking value 

A ghostly premium? Living near a paranormal haunted property could increase your asking value 

Contrary to popular belief, living close to ghouls and ghosts might actually increase the value of your home. How do home values in the UK change if you live close to a supposedly haunted location? Well, very surprisingly, it provides a considerable boost. Living next to a haunted location might increase a house seller’s asking price…

Will the Local Council Re-house the Evicted Tenancy?

Will the Local Council Re-house the Evicted Tenancy?

We often hear from frustrated landlords who, despite serving notices to their tenants, are told the local authority won’t re-house them. This forces landlords to pursue eviction to repossess their property which can be lengthy and costly. So what obligations do councils have when it comes to rehousing evicted tenants? Are Councils Legally Obliged to…

What to expect when you are selling a house in Scotland: A guide to selling process in Scotland

What to expect when you are selling a house in Scotland: A guide to selling process in Scotland

Selling a house can be an exciting but complex process, especially if you are in Scotland. There are several unique aspects to consider, from engaging an estate agent, making a property questionnaire and energy report to navigating the legal procedures involved. At Clarity SImplicity solicitors, we understand the intricacies of the buying and selling process…

Does a sea view add to the value of your house price?

Does a sea view add to the value of your house price?

As we all understand, internal features such as a brand-new bathroom or an open-concept kitchen can surely increase the value of your home. However, it’s not called location, location, location for nothing, and if you are fortunate enough to own a home with a sea view, you can anticipate a substantial increase in property value….

What is Gazundering?

What is Gazundering?

What is Gazundering? We are all familiar with the notorious method known as gazumping, in which a house seller accepts an offer for their property despite having already sold it to another party (subject to contracts being exchanged). But not all estate agents act unethically. Try and avoid being gazundered. gazundering is when a buyer…

Does my solicitor still have work to do after my property purchase is complete?

Does my solicitor still have work to do after my property purchase is complete?

For the majority of buyers, their conveyancing transaction is complete on completion day (when they buy a property), or the day you move into your new home which is the day of completion. It represents the goal you have been striving towards and the end of all legal actions. But in reality, your solicitors or…

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