Resources and guides

If you’re thinking of buying your first home, you’ll probably have a load of questions about the process. Our first-time buyer guide will help you work out what you need to do.

Carrie Tennick, December 24, 2020

Property ownership comes in two variations: leasehold and freehold. Your rights to the property will depend on the form of ownership you have, meaning that it’s more than just a form of box-ticking during the purchasing process.

Carrie Tennick, January 07, 2021

It is possible to claim land that has not been registered to an owner or land that has been left unused by its owner. But there are rules you'll have to follow.

Carrie Tennick, December 18, 2020

One of the most common questions about dealing with a Will is whether an executor can also be a beneficiary.

Carrie Tennick, August 25, 2020

There are some things you can do to find out if you are the beneficiary of a Will. We’ve put together this guide to ensure you know what to do.

Carrie Tennick, August 18, 2020

First4Lawyers' free guide on how to transfer ownership of a house or property.

First4Lawyers, December 21, 2020

First4Lawyers' free guide on the ins and outs of pulling out of a house purchase.

First4Lawyers, November 30, 2020

First4Lawyers' free guide on how to dissolve a civil partnership.

First4Lawyers, July 09, 2020

First4Lawyers' free guide on completing a property purchase.

First4Lawyers, July 21, 2020