The UK Government's proposed reforms to leasehold ownership, are among the most significant changes to England's property market in decades. We share our thoughts, as professional valuers, regarding how we believe this leasehold reform could affect the value of … [Read more...]
Premium Council Taxes On Second Homes
English local councils have been able to charge premium council taxes on second homes, since 1 April 2025. Although some second homes are exempt from the premium. Councils may charge a council tax premium of up to 100%. In other words, up to double the normal bill. … [Read more...]
Selling Your Property at Auction in England
Selling your property at auction in England can be a smart move, if you want speed, certainty, and a clean break with the past. But auctions are not magic solutions. You need a practical guide like this one, to prepare properly and think like a buyer. Why Auction Your … [Read more...]
Determining the Value of Property Fairly
Determining the value of property fairly, is an essential step in distributing the assets in a deceased estate. A building and the land on which it stands, is likely to be the most valuable possession the deceased left behind. We share the factors determining how much a … [Read more...]
Inescapable Importance of Accurate Valuations
We wrote this article about the inescapable importance of accurate valuations, because they matter more than many people realize. Value affects how much tax we pay, what we can claim from insurance, and how fairly we share our assets upon death. Put simply, if values … [Read more...]
Navigating the Probate Landscape in 2026
Delays, Reform, and Strategic Planning The UK probate system is currently navigating a transformative period. As we move through 2026, executors, beneficiaries, and legal professionals are facing a landscape defined by significant administrative shifts, technological … [Read more...]
Updating Property Records In England After a Death
Updating property records in England when someone dies, depends on whether they were the joint or sole owner of the property. This guide applies if the person passed on in Wales or England. The principles are the same in Scotland and Northern Ireland, but the details … [Read more...]
Property Valuations by RICS Surveyors
Accurately assessing property is essential for executors distributing the assets in a deceased estate. Land and buildings are often the late person’s most significant wealth. Moreover, their value usually dictates whether inheritance tax is due, or not. Property … [Read more...]
Focus Points of RICS Inspections
On-site property inspections by valuers certified by The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) are thorough. That's because surveyors do far more than average realtor estate agents may even contemplate. We delve into the main focus points of RICS inspections … [Read more...]
Types of Fixed Property in England
There are three categories of fixed property in England, and within that numerous types, making the English system relatively complex compared to many other countries. This situation dates back to feudal times, when the crown owned all the land, but granted it to … [Read more...]
