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Declarations of Trust and Getting Married
A Declaration of Trust can be extremely useful when unmarried couples buy property together. It records who owns what, how unequal deposits are protected, and how sale proceeds should…
Declaration of Trust and Tax: Capital Gains Tax, SDLT and Income Tax Explained
A Declaration of Trust is often used to record how property is owned between two or more people. It can confirm who is entitled to what share of the property, how…
Declaration of Trust in England and Wales: A Practical Guide for Property Owners
Buying a property with another person is a significant legal and financial commitment. Where two or more people contribute to a purchase, it is important to record clearly who…
Moving in with a new Partner before Divorce; is it best to wait ?
Divorce is already a deeply personal and often stressful life transition. Add a new relationship into the mix, and things can get even more complicated, especially if you are…
Is Mediation Legally Binding ?
Family disputes can be emotionally overwhelming and financially draining. Whether you are sorting out child arrangements, dividing finances, or going through a separation, the mediation process can offer a…
Cohabitation Agreements in England and Wales: Why unmarried couples should have one
Cohabiting couples are the fastest-growing family type in England and Wales, with over 3.6 million couples choosing to live together without marrying or entering a civil partnership. However,…
Understanding the Difference Between Joint Tenants and Tenants in Common
When purchasing a property with another (or others) in England & Wales, you must decide how to legally hold ownership. The two options are joint tenancy and tenancy in…
New Laws for Cohabiting Couples
Cohabiting couples are the fastest-growing family type in the UK, with 3.6 million couples living together outside of marriage or civil partnership in 2023. Despite this societal shift, the…
Navigating Surrogacy Laws in the UK: Insights and FAQs
Surrogacy has emerged as a vital pathway to parenthood for individuals and couples facing challenges in conceiving children naturally. Despite its growing popularity, people often perceive surrogacy law in…
Family Law Arbitration: A Complete Guide for Separating Couples
Family law arbitration lets you settle a financial or child dispute privately and quickly without a final court hearing. You and your former partner appoint a qualified arbitrator. That…
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New Laws for Cohabiting Couples
Cohabiting couples are the fastest-growing family type in the UK, with 3.6 million couples living together outside of marriage or civil partnership in 2023. Despite this societal shift, the…
Moving in with a new Partner before Divorce; is it best to wait ?
Divorce is already a deeply personal and often stressful life transition. Add a new relationship into the mix, and things can get even more complicated, especially if you are…
Cohabitation Agreements in England and Wales: Why unmarried couples should have one
Cohabiting couples are the fastest-growing family type in England and Wales, with over 3.6 million couples choosing to live together without marrying or entering a civil partnership. However,…