Buying, Selling and Renting Properties
We know that that buying and selling your home can be very
stressful. Our conveyancing team has a wealth of experience and
understanding that enables us to ensure that your transaction
runs as smoothly as possible.
Not only do we have extensive and up-to-date knowledge of the
complete conveyancing process, but we are also qualified to
advise on a wide range of other issues, both legal and
practical, which may have a bearing on your proposed sale or
purchase.
At Kirklands we are concerned at the level of conveyancing
services currently being offered by some of the national
conveyancing firms, which often fall far short of the high
standards of professionalism required to bring about an
efficient and personal service. For our part, we will work
hand-in-hand with you to ensure that
- we liaise with all others involved in your transaction
in a timely manner
- all documentation is thoroughly checked and completed on
time
- your move is carried out as smoothly as possible
We also guarantee to
- explain the conveyancing process to you
- listen to your concerns both sympathetically and
constructively
- prioritise your requirements
- keep you updated throughout your transaction
- provide a personal and first class service to you at a
reasonable cost
Our wide-ranging services include
- sale and purchase of residential property (including new
development)
- provision of Home Information Packs (HIPS) prior to the
marketing of your property (see below)
- transfers on death, divorce or separation
- deeds of easements and other property-related matters
- advice and assistance in respect of renting property
HOME INFORMATION PACKS (HIPS)
Since December 2007 it is a legal requirement that before you
can market your home a Home Information Pack (HIP) must have
been commissioned. This applies to all residential properties
irrespective of size or value.
We at Kirklands have a very strong property team with many
years experience and with substantial local knowledge. This
experience has enabled us to develop the process of producing
HIPS so that we are able to prepare the same for you both
quickly and economically. A HIP can be prepared in just a few
days and often more cheaply and comprehensively than other
providers. This will enable your property to be marketed at the
earliest possible date. A further benefit that you will derive
if we prepare the HIP for you, is that you will have ownership
of the HIP and you will not therefore be tied to a particular
Agent for marketing your property.
The original plan was for HIPS to contain more information
than is now actually required but nevertheless there is still
quite a lot of documentation that is needed to be assembled. The
original intention was for a Home Condition Report to be
provided but that is not now the case.
The minimum requirements for a HIP are as follows:-
- An Index
- Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
- A Sale Statement
- Evidence of Title
- A Local Search
- Replies to Standard Enquiries
- Drainage and Water Search
In addition with effect from the 1st June 2008 a Leasehold
property will require all of the above together with the
following:-
- A copy of the Lease
- Rules and Regulations of any Management Company
- Statements or Summaries of Service Charges
- Most recent requests for contributions to:-
- (a) Service Charge
- (b) Ground Rent
- (c) Buildings Insurance
- (d) Third Party Liability Insurance
- · Names and addresses of Lessor, Managing Agents or
other persons
- · Any amendments to Lease or Rules and Regulations
- · Section 20 Landlord and Tenant Act Notices and details
of any works
All of the above information and documentation is collated
and produced by us in a document properly indexed for ease of
reference. This is available both in electronic and paper form.
Not only can we produce the HIP quickly by also at an
extremely competitive rate.
To find out more and to start the process of preparing a HIP
please contact us on 01794 513466 or
Click here to email us
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Family and Relationships
We can help with
- Separation, divorce and civil partnership dissolution
- Financial provision upon relationship breakdown
- Disagreements concerning children
- Emergency remedies (e.g. injunctions)
- Prenuptial and cohabitation contracts
- Family matters with an international element
- Adopting a child
- A change of name
From complex financial relief applications which might
challenge attempts to hide or dispose of matrimonial assets…
Via upsetting divorce petitions dealing with unnameable third
parties or unspeakably bad behaviour…
To frustrated fathers being denied contact or downtrodden
mothers being denied a night off…
To a simple change of name deed…
… We handle each and every family problem with the utmost
care and sensitivity. We encourage mediation and amicable
settlement wherever possible, but where court proceedings become
necessary we aim to limit distress, delay and expense.
Thinking of setting up home with your boyfriend or
girlfriend? Feeling trapped in a loveless marriage? Left holding
the baby and struggling to keep a roof over your head?
Call us today for a free initial consultation.
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Employment Matters
We advise with regard to
- Contracts of employment
- Redundancy
- Compromise agreements
- Employment restrictive covenants
- Employment Tribunal claims
- Unfair dismissal claims
- Discrimination claims
Employment is an ever changing and increasingly complex area
of the law. When starting a new job you need to be fully aware
of the terms of your employment and the legal effect of those
terms. Seeking advice early on may even help you to negotiate an
employment package that better suits your needs. Similarly, an
early consultation regarding the threat of a job ending or
advice immediately upon dismissal from employment can often
result in securing a termination payment or successfully
pursuing a claim for compensation.
We will always try to settle any dispute arising between you
and your employer through negotiation, but if that is not
possible we will be able to advise on the prospects of success
of application to an Employment Tribunal and follow that course
of action through to its conclusion.
Any query you have regarding your job, please
contact us to arrange a free initial
consultation.
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Wills and Inheritance Tax Planning
Whatever your age and whether you are single, cohabiting,
married or divorced, it is important that you make a Will. The
purpose of a Will is to provide for your loved ones and to
ensure that your wishes are carried out after your death.
We can help by
- Drawing up your Will to make provision for your loved
ones and ensuring that your wishes are carried out
- Appointing legal guardians to look after your children
in the event of your death
- Advising on inheritance tax and preparing a tax
efficient Will
- Arranging for the signing, witnessing and safe storage
of your Will
For a free estimate of the costs involved in preparing your
Will please call us today.
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Looking after the Elderly
Lasting Powers of Attorneys
None of us know when we could become either physically or
mentally incapacitated. As we all get older it is extremely
important that we make provisions for all eventualities to try
and make life as easy as possible for those looking after us.
We can advise and assist you in the making and registering of
Lasting Powers of Attorneys. A Lasting Power of Attorney enables
you to appoint somebody you trust to act on your behalf in the
event that you are unable to deal with your finances or make
decisions about your personal care yourself. Should you become
incapacitated in any way your registered Attorney would be able
to carry on taking care of your finances and making decisions
about your day to day care.
Should you have the older Enduring Powers of Attorney already
in place, these are still valid and there is no requirement for
you to also make Lasting Powers of Attorneys with regards to
your finances. You may consider making a Lasting Power of
Attorney to deal with your personal welfare.
Court of Protection applications
In the event that you lose mental capacity and are unable to
make decisions yourself and you have not made Lasting Powers of
Attorney, we will assist your relatives with appointing a
Receiver to be able to deal with your affairs.
Living Wills (Advance directives)
If you have the older Enduring Power of Attorney an alternative
to making a personal welfare Lasting Power of Attorney would be
to make a Living Will. A Living Will gives you the choice to set
out any medical care issues that you feel strongly about, such
as not accepting a blood transfusion or choosing to not be
resuscitated. Living Wills are not legally binding but intended
to reflect your wishes in a medical situation. A Lasting Power
of Attorney carries more weight and is legally binding.
Nursing Home Fees
We can provide you with advice on issues relating to the payment
of Nursing Home Fees and the best way to dealing with these.
Contact us today for a free initial
consultation
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The Administration of Estates
We can help with
- Determining the assets and liabilities of the deceased’s
estate
- Preparing a Deed of Variation to minimise the tax
liability of the estate
- Completing the necessary tax forms
- Obtaining the Grant of Probate or Letters of
Administration
- Distributing the remaining assets of the estate
We are experienced in dealing with estates of all sizes. To
help family and friends through such a difficult time, we handle
each of our clients with sensitivity and understanding,
providing them with clear explanations of timescales and
procedures and, where desired, a shoulder to lean on.
For a free estimate of the costs involved in administering an
estate please call us today.
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