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FCA to clamp down on equity release market amidst rising mis-selling concerns
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On 6th September 2023 the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) published their review of the equity release market. Equity release mortgages are complex financial products which are often sold to elderly and vulnerable customers.
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Leasehold and Freehold Reform Bill: Proposed Reforms to Benefit Homeowners in England and Wales
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A new bill to reform the housing market was announced in the King’s Speech. Gabrielle Roberts, Senior Associate in Clarke Willmott’s Property Litigation team listened in to report on what was said and the potential implications that could arise from the proposed reforms.
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New EPC Regulations – a force for good or unnecessary burden?
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Sarah Manley, Partner who specialises in commercial property matters, explores the impact of the proposed new Energy Performance Certificates (“EPC”) regulations on commercial properties.
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Given the far-reaching scope and the sophistication of the fraud that is alleged in relation to the affairs of Arena TV it seems that others, beyond that of Arena’s two directors, may have been involved in the reported scam.
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Unlawful eviction and harassment – think before you act!
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Landlords sometimes overlook the proper eviction procedures for removing an occupier from their property, putting them at risk of unintentionally committing a criminal and/or civil offence related to unlawful eviction and/or harassment.
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Clarke Willmott overturns Northamptonshire Police Public contract award
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We successfully acted on behalf of K2 Recovery Services in overturning a Northamptonshire Police contract award made pursuant to the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.
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Developer’s – don’t forget your commercial leases in your residential schemes – Landlord and Tenant Act 1987 section 5 (LTA)
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Where a private landlord/developer of a mixed use residential and commercial scheme is proposing to lease its commercial premises then beware, (under certain circumstances) qualifying tenants of flats have a right of first refusal to purchase that interest.
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