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Consumer protection against unfair trading – New legislation24/06/2008
From 26th May 2008 the businesses you deal with must comply with new Consumer Protection Unfair Trading Regulations
DIY Divorce - Why it can be a disaster 30/05/2008
Following the high profile Mills/McCartney’s recent divorce the Law Society is advising anyone considering divorce to seek good legal advice from a solicitor.
Inheritance Tax - Government Announcement01/10/2007
From the 9th October 2007 the inheritance tax-free allowance of your partner may be available to your own estate, potentially doubling the amount of your own estate that can be passed on without inheritance tax becoming due.
Landlords - Tenancy Deposit Scheme 25 April 2007
Most private landlords take a damage deposit from their tenants at the commencement of a new tenancy. From the 6 April 2007 new rules came into force regarding these tenancy deposits
Home Information Packs 1 August 2007
If you are selling a home of four or more bedrooms you will need to know about Home Information Packs; what they are and how you get one...