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When is an introduction not an introduction? Jun 13, 2010

“The Best Agent in the United Kingdom” Alexander Watson recently lost a case on commission fees. Claire Shearmur, a Solicitor at Barlow Robbins LLP reviews the case.

London agent lied about NAEA membership May 16, 2010

An estate agent in Crouch End, North London, has been fined £400 for misleading consumers.

Deposit dilemmas Apr 22, 2010

Is the tenancy deposit scheme unravelling? Our legal experts explain the issues and dangers to experts.

‘Offers Over’ system – is over Feb 25, 2010

Scottish property market's "offers over" system appears to be a thing of the past, says Scott Brown of solicitors, Warners.

'Unfair’ loans haunt lenders - Blemain Finance v Peter Bentley Feb 18, 2010

A carpenter from Bridgend, Wales, has won a five-year stay on any repossession proceedings against him by his lender. David Foster, Dispute Resolution Partner at Barlow robbins summarises this interesting case.

Statutory Demands: A Serious Wind-Up Nov 14, 2009

Verona Cocks says in tough times, the tough get legal. Statutory Demands can be set aside and defended on certain grounds. A recent case highlighted the issue in property transactions

Chancel repair liability: defying the bill of God Nov 9, 2009

That might be a very attractive property with a pleasant view of the village church, but a hidden evil may be lurking. Pray you or your clients don’t get landed with chancel repair liability, warns Stephen Whittaker

Closing the the door on squatters Nov 4, 2009

The economic downturn has seen a significant increase in the number of properties being taken over by squatters. Here’s how to keep them out