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• Buyers 'can negotiate hard' in the current market
  An expert has advised buyers to negotiate in order to get a good price for a home.
  Date: 7 November 2008
• Lenders 'not passing rate cuts to landlords'
  A call has been made for lenders to pass on rate cuts to buy-to-let landlords.
  Date: 6 November 2008
• Homeowners 'need to stand out' when selling property
  A celebrity property expert has recommended home improvements for those hoping to sell.
  Date: 6 November 2008
• Bank slashes interest rate
  The Bank of England has cut the base rate by 1.5 per cent.
  Date: 6 November 2008
• To sell or not to sell?
  Those thinking of selling their home in these turbulent economic times face a myriad of decisions, not least over whether or not to sell at all.
  Date: 5 November 2008
• Businesses 'may have to cut back on employees'
  Experts have predicted that jobs will be lost if interest rates are not cut.
  Date: 5 November 2008
• Problems looming for buy-to-let?
  Landlords could face mortgage difficulties if tenants cannot pay rent, it has been observed.
  Date: 5 November 2008
• Bond girl: I don't regret divorces
  A star of the new Bond film has revealed that she has been divorced twice before the age of 30.
  Date: 4 November 2008
• What next for buy-to-let investors?
  Those considering investing in property for buy-to-let purposes, or those thinking about expanding about portfolios, have been bombarded with somewhat conflicting messages of late.
  Date: 4 November 2008
• Property values continue to fall, figures show
  Sellers are having to drop asking price as values continue to fall, a study has found.
  Date: 4 November 2008
• Appointing power of attorney 'creates peace of mind'
  People have been advised to prepare for unforeseen illness by granting power of attorney.
  Date: 4 November 2008
• Improved efficiency 'can lead to success' for small businesses
  Cost management and improving efficiency are key for small businesses, it has been suggested.
  Date: 4 November 2008
• Landlords urged to provide safety advice to tenants
  Landlords have been advised to educate tenants about potential winter hazards.
  Date: 4 November 2008
• Businesses will thrive with good management, expert states
  Good management can ensure that companies perform well in the credit crunch, it has been suggested.
  Date: 4 November 2008
• Speak to lender if facing arrears, homeowners advised
  Those facing arrears should speak to their lender as soon as possible, it has been suggested.
  Date: 30 October 2008
• Landlords facing "horrendous problems" if rent payments are missed
  Landlords could face losing their own home if tenants do not keep up rent payments, it has been suggested.
  Date: 30 October 2008
• Waiting to buy may be rewarding, says expert
  Waiting for house prices to fall is a gamble but one that could pay off, it has been suggested.
  Date: 30 October 2008
• Country homes 'will soon be out of young people's reach'
  Young people are going to find it increasingly difficult to afford a home in the countryside.
  Date: 28 October 2008
• Madonna and Ritchie divorce 'imminent'
  Madonna and Guy Ritchie are preparing to announce their divorce, it has been suggested.
  Date: 28 October 2008
• Pension fund contributions 'not enough'
  A study has revealed that Britons are not saving enough for retirement.
  Date: 28 October 2008
• Madonna and Guy confirm divorce
  A spokesperson has confirmed that Madonna and Guy Ritchie intend to divorce.
  Date: 28 October 2008
• Tenants and landlords feel the strain
  The relationship between landlord and tenant can be somewhat tenuous at the best of times, but with the threat of recession putting increasing pressure on both, further strain is inevitable.
  Date: 28 October 2008
• Inheritance tax a "golden goose" for the Treasury
  An expert has predicted that the inheritance tax will be used to help fund the Treasury's bail-out.
  Date: 28 October 2008
• Wills provide 'a rich source of information'
  Making a will can help descendants when they are tracing their roots, it has been suggested.
  Date: 28 October 2008
• Buyers finding it "increasingly difficult" to secure a mortgage
  First-time buyers are continuing to have difficulty finding a mortgage, it has been observed.
  Date: 28 October 2008
• Landlords advised to avoid 'illegal humiliation tactics'
  Landlords have been advised by both the National Landlords Association (NLA) and the Association of Residential Letting Agents (Arla) to seek legal advice if their tenants do not pay the rent.
  Date: 28 October 2008
• Sellers "save thousands" by avoiding estate agents
  Those thinking of selling property have been advised that they can save money by not using an estate agent.
  Date: 28 October 2008
• Buy-to-let investors "took most advantage" of access to credit
  Those investing in buy-to-let property saw the greatest benefits of freely available finance, it has been suggested.
  Date: 28 October 2008
• Sellers 'do not realise difficulty of market'
  Those considering selling their home do not realise they difficulties they may face in the property market, it has been suggested.
  Date: 28 October 2008
• Buy-to-let 'still a viable investment'
  Buy-to-let investors remain confident for their prospects, a study has found.
  Date: 28 October 2008
• Wills 'should be updated' if moving abroad
  Brits acquiring property in Italy should have a will, it has been suggested.
  Date: 28 October 2008
• A will is a "living legal document"
  Many people are aware of the most obvious benefits of making a will, such as the fact that they offer protection for loved ones in the event of death.
  Date: 28 October 2008
• Review finds ways to improve landlord and tenant relationship
  The government has welcomed a review into the private rented sector, aimed at improving relations.
  Date: 28 October 2008
• Buy-to-let owners 'should protect against mortgage fraud'
  The Land Registry has urged buy-to-let owners to keep contact details updated in order to avoid mortgage fraud.
  Date: 28 October 2008
• House prices 'will continue to fall'
  House prices are expected to continue to fall until the end of next year.
  Date: 28 October 2008
• Little Britain star dissolves civil partnership
  Matt Lucas has ended his civil partnership with Kevin McGee in what is considered to be the first celebrity gay divorce.
  Date: 28 October 2008
• Sale and rent back sector 'needs comprehensive regulation'
  Regulation is needed to protect those who sell and rent back their property, it has been claimed.
  Date: 15 October 2008
• Gender gap in pension savings 'too wide'
  Women are not putting enough money into pension plans, research has found.
  Date: 15 October 2008
• Changes in pension law give more freedom
  Recent changes to pension rules have provided a fairer investment arena, according to an expert.
  Date: 14 October 2008
• British motorists may have to pay French fines
  Britons heading to France on holiday could face a new threat to their driving licence if they choose to take their car, the French transport ministry has warned.
  Date: 14 October 2008
• Families advised to think about financial planning
  Young adults should start taking an interest in their parents' finances as early as possible, it has been claimed.
  Date: 14 October 2008
• Letting agent names and shames tenants
  A Merseyside letting agent has taken to erecting signs at the homes of people who refuse to pay their rent.
  Date: 14 October 2008
• Baby boomers 'have modest goals'
  A new study has revealed that many baby boomers have relatively modest ambitions for their retirement years.
  Date: 14 October 2008
• Deposit disputes 'caused by unrealistic expectations'

  Unrealistic expectations from tenants and landlords are at the heart of most deposit disputes, experts have stated.

  Date: 14 October 2008
• Divorce 'causes pets stress'
  A veterinary charity has warned people not to neglect pets when a marriage is breaking up.
  Date: 14 October 2008
• Naming and shaming of tenants "almost certainly illegal"
  A private landlords' body has spoken out over the naming and shaming of tenants that fail to pay rent.
  Date: 14 October 2008
• Divorced borrowers need to close joint accounts
  Borrowers who separated from their partners need to inform their lenders or face failing credit checks, says a new report.
  Date: 7 October 2008
• New study slams sale and rent back schemes
  Sale and rent back schemes do not provide tenants with same security as equity release products, according to a new report.
  Date: 7 October 2008
• Lack of information about wills is '110 per cent'
  Ignorance about wills and how to make them is leading to some serious errors, according to a finance expert.
  Date: 6 October 2008
• Well-written wills give families 'emotional and financial protection'
  A secure will is the safest way to protect loved ones should you die, according to a legal expert.
  Date: 6 October 2008
• Tenancy agreements: Renters and landlords need to pay more attention
  Too many tenants are getting into disputes with their landlords because of not reading their tenancy agreements carefully enough or knowing their rights.
  Date: 6 October 2008
• Student property is a 'sound investment'
  Property buyers should consider investing in student premises, says a housing expert.
  Date: 6 October 2008
• Heather Mills uses divorce settlement for 'good'
  Heather Mills has already used up most of the £24.3 million she received from her divorce from Paul McCartney, according to a recent interview.
  Date: 6 October 2008
• Development rights could 'evaporate' under new reforms
  A new government reform could affect householder's property rights, says a property expert.
  Date: 6 October 2008
• Buy-to-let market 'still alive'
  The buy-to-let market is not dead, according to a new study.
  Date: 6 October 2008
• Deadline hits landlords for EPC
  Landlords must now provide their tenants with EPCs by law, or face a £200 fine.
  Date: 6 October 2008
• Power of attorney rule is 'a failure'
  The lasting power of attorney (LPA) rule is more expensive and less useful than its predecessor, says a legal expert.
  Date: 6 October 2008
• Do I really need a prenup?

  Are you getting married and want to protect your assets? Find out why making a prenup is becoming increasingly popular and easy to do...

  Date: 2 October 2008
• Prenuptial agreements to become legally binding

  People criticise prenuptial agreements for being worthless, but this isn't the case. Prenuptial agreements are very persuasive in British courts and they're soon to become legally binding. Find out more here...

  Date: 2 October 2008
• Prenuptial agreements: All you need to know…

  Thinking of making a prenuptial agreement? Find out when you can use a prenuptial agreement, what a prenuptial agreement does, how to make it legally binding and when to revise it.

  Date: 2 October 2008
• Need expert landlord advice? Call our Landlord Advice Line

  Lawpack's Landlord Advice Line can help you with any landlord advice you need. Call us today! 

  Date: 1 October 2008
• Seven steps to picking up a repossessed property bargain

  Get the insider secrets to how you can pick up a repossessed property at a knock-down price.

  Date: 30 September 2008
• Repossessed property: six steps to beating the competition and getting a property bargain

  Want to pick up a property for 10 to 15% below market value? Repossessed property expert, Catherine Dawson, reveals her top tips to how you can beat the competition and bag a property repossession bargain.

  Date: 30 September 2008
• Cohabitation on the rise as divorce falls
  The number of cohabiting couples is growing, despite a fall in the number of divorces. However, many couples who live together don't understand the legal pitfalls they may face.
  Date: 30 September 2008
• Changes to law could lead to less people making wills
  Changes to statutory legacy could make people complacent about making a will - with potentially dangerous financial implications.
  Date: 30 September 2008
• Inheritance law an "important issue" if moving abroad
  The growing number of Britons moving to France need to know about the tricky legal issues involved in inheritance tax abroad, according to a financial expert.
  Date: 30 September 2008
• Britons looking to buy property abroad
  Three million Britons are looking at buying property abroad in the next two years, new figures have shown.
  Date: 30 September 2008
• New energy law to begin next month
  Landlords could face fines if they fail to adhere to a new piece of housing law which comes into effect next month.
  Date: 30 September 2008
• Jack Straw blasts solicitors' fees
  Legal fees in no win, no fee cases are "scandalous", according to justice secretary Jack Straw.
  Date: 30 September 2008
• Elderly should make wills and consider power of attorney
  People aged over 60 should make sure they have a relative as a power of attorney, even if they are fit and well, says a legal expert.
  Date: 30 September 2008
• Taxman calls for buy-to-let landlords
  New powers will allow officials to call on tax-evading landlords at their homes, according to reports.
  Date: 30 September 2008
• Tenants need to 'know their rights'
  New tenants need to be aware of their rights should they get into dispute with their landlords, according to a new report.
  Date: 30 September 2008
• 'More important than ever' for people to make wills
  Too many Britons are putting themselves at risk of losing their homes by not making wills, says a National Consumer Council report.
  Date: 30 September 2008
• Ten tips for writing a will
  An inheritance expert has given her top tips on what people should be looking for when making a will.
  Date: 30 September 2008
• Number of married couples drops to lowest recorded level
  Less than half of the adult population in England and Wales are married, according to new statistics.
  Date: 30 September 2008
• Renters at risk as landlords reject tenancy deposit scheme
  The government's tenancy deposit protection project is failing to work, with only 27 per cent of landlords signed up, according to a new report.
  Date: 30 September 2008
• London lettings market is 'booming'
  Property rentals in London grew significantly in the last month, according to a new report.
  Date: 22 September 2008
• Balthazar Getty's wife won't divorce
  Rosetta Millington will keep her children financially secure by staying married to Balthazar Getty.
  Date: 22 September 2008
• More Britons 'choosing to emigrate'
  The number of people choosing to leave the UK is on the increase, according to analysts.
  Date: 22 September 2008
• Over-50s 'feel fit and healthy'
  New research has found that older people in the UK still feel fit, healthy and younger than their actual age.
  Date: 22 September 2008
• A-Rod saved by prenup agreement?
  Alex Rodriguez has reached a divorce settlement with his wife Cynthia after previously threatening to enforce their prenuptial agreement.
  Date: 22 September 2008
• Divorce most likely in first two years of marriage
  One in ten of all divorces occur within the first two years of marriage, an online survey has shown.
  Date: 17 September 2008
• Legal costs of work are 'unclear'
  Solicitors are failing to make the actual cost of work clear to customers, according to a Leeds law firm.
  Date: 17 September 2008
• Students make good tenants
  Landlords say the image of students as poor tenants is outdated, says new research.
  Date: 17 September 2008
• Children banking on inheritance
  Many children are relying upon inheritance from their parents to help them out later in life, new research has revealed.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Star Jones and husband reach divorce settlement
  Chat show host Star Jones has "reached an amicable settlement" with Al Reynolds following divorce proceedings, it has been announced.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Wills 'important' for business owners
  Making a will is essential for small business owners, according to a tax expert.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Men urged to think carefully about divorce plans
  Men hoping to get divorced have been advised to ensure they do plenty of planning.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Landlords expecting strong year in buy-to-let sector
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Actor Bill Murray divorces wife of 11 years
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Business owners urged to make a will
  Business owners could leave their families with huge problems if they do not make a will, it has been claimed.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Barristers making money out of 'family court misery'
  Barristers have been making millions out of cases going into family courts, it has emerged.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Writing a will 'does not have to be expensive'
  Writing a will can be done cheaply and without the need for solicitors, it has been claimed.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Scotland plans to give tenants more rights
  A new initiative in Scotland is attempting to pick out rogue property managers to ensure renters have the right tenancy agreement.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Credit crunch creating divorce difficulties
  Divorce arrangements are being affected by the credit crunch with increasing numbers of married couples seeking to separate, it has been claimed.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Holidays often to lead to relationship frictions
  While holidays are usually thought of as a relaxing time, in some cases they could lead to a divorce.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Lord Phillips: Sharia law could have a place in UK
  Sharia law, which is controversial when surrounding divorce, could be implemented into the UK, according to Britain's most senior judge.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Landlords 'not protecting' tenants' deposits
  New research reveals that 62 per cent of landlords are failing to protect their tenants' deposits.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Organising your estate could remove inheritance tax woes
  An attempt to amend the Finance Bill failed this week, meaning that elderly siblings who have lived together for many years will not get inheritance tax advantages.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Not making a will can lead to difficult situations
  Making a will is an important task for an adult, particularly in light of a recent story that has seen a widow sue her children.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Madonna moves to deny divorce
  Madonna has denied that she is getting a divorce from husband Guy Ritchie.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Tenancy agreements 'can favour both landlords and renters'
  Tenants and landlords have been advised to make sure there is a convenient tenancy agreement or rental agreement in place before a partnership begins.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Inheritance tax needs reviewing
  Legal experts claim that more money should be given to parents who still care for their children if their spouse dies early without making a will.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Single mothers 'should make a will'
  Single mothers can often be in a difficult situation regarding their estate, but making a will is absolutely essential, it has been claimed.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Prenups becoming popular in celeb marriages
  Prenuptual agreements are becoming extremely popular with celebrities looking to secure their assets in case of divorce.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Heir hunters track down family of man without will
  A family have been given a £100,000 inheritance after a man died without making a will.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• UK Muslims not keen on Sharia introduction
  Two-thirds of UK Muslims do not want Sharia Law, according to the latest figures.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Make a will for the security of your estate
  The BBC is starting a new series which examines one of the more unusual consequences resulting from when a person dies without a will.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• City workers worried about divorce
  The credit crunch is leading an increasing number of wives of high-paid City workers to seek divorces, new research has shown.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Prenuptial agreements important for business marriages
  A divorce within a business can be particularly damaging and signing a prenuptial agreement is a crucial way to ensure the business remains secure in the event of a split.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Out-of-court divorce settlement for former supermodel
  Former supermodel Christie Brinkley and her estranged husband Peter Cook have finally reached an out-of-court divorce settlement after a two-year battle.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Value of rented homes soars
  The total value of private rented property in the UK now exceeds that of privately-owned commercial property, according to a new report from the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA).
  Date: 12 September 2008
• 'Never too early' to write a will
  It is never too early to write a will and even those who are young, fit and healthy should consider what would happen if the unexpected occurred.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Cohabiting trend pushes married people into minority
  The growing trend for cohabiting means married people are now a minority among the adult population in England and Wales, official figures show.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Landlords still oblivious to EPC requirement
  Over half of landlords are still unaware of the legal requirement to provide prospective tenants with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) from October 1st.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Will making could save Britons millions in IHT
  Britons could pass on almost £2 billion more to their children and grandchildren by carrying out inheritance tax planning, which includes making a will.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Economic downturn 'should not discourage' business start-ups
  People considering starting up their own business should not be discouraged by the economic downturn, according to small business owner Jane Asher.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Cut out the middlemen when selling a home
  Moving home can be extremely expensive once stamp duty, mortgage fees and now Home Information Packs are added to the equation. Paying estate agent and solicitors' fees can therefore be the tip of the iceberg in terms of affordability.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Widow fighting for estate after millionaire dies without will
  A millionaire's failure to write a will has left his widow fighting to gain ownership of his estate from her two young children.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Prenuptial agreements may become legally binding
  Couples drawing up prenuptial agreements could be legally required to abide by them under new proposals being examined by the Law Commission.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Personal welfare attorney 'should be someone you trust'
  When choosing who to appoint as a personal welfare attorney it is important that you choose someone you can trust to take your past and present wishes into account.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Tenant deposits at risk
  Almost two thirds of buy-to-let landlords are failing to protect the deposits paid by their tenants, according to the Deposit Protection Service (DPS).
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Landlords urged to carry out tenant checks
  Landlords who fail to carry out checks on prospective tenants are putting themselves at risk of rental arrears, according to the National Landlords Association (NLA).
  Date: 12 September 2008
• HIPs will become a 'valuable tool' insists AHIPP
  Home Information Packs (HIPs) will become a valuable tool for those buying a new home, according to the Association of Home Information Pack Providers (AHIPP).
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Anne Robinson agrees divorce settlement
  British TV presenter Anne Robinson has signed a divorce settlement that will see her hand over £20 million to her former husband.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• New scheme aims to drive out rogue landlords
  Landlords in Oxfordshire who fail to meet legal property rental requirements risk being put out of business following the creation of a new approved homes register.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Landlords offered fire safety guidance
  People letting properties to residential tenants have been offered new fire safety guidance from the Local Authorities Coordinators of Regulatory Services (LACORS).
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Writing a will early 'is not fatalistic'
  Making a will while you are young and healthy is not fatalistic and simply makes good sense, according to an article in the Scotsman.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Prenuptial agreements 'an increasingly important consideration'
  Prenuptial agreements are an increasingly important consideration for couples planning to marry, according to the independent financial advisory firm Consilium Financial Planning.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Student faced with £800 bank charges bill
  The debate over bank charges was reignited recently when a student claimed to have been charged over £800 for exceeding her overdraft by pennies.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Divorce rate 'could slow during credit crunch'
  Divorce rates could slow down further during the credit crunch as separating couples find it more difficult to sell their assets, it has been claimed.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Women 'hit harder by divorce'
  Women's finances are hit harder than men's by divorce, according to the US-based financial planner Faith Xenos.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Ritchie seeks to dispel divorce rumours
  Film director Guy Ritchie has attempted to dispel rumours that his marriage to pop superstar Madonna is on the brink of collapse.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Power of attorney a pressing matter
  Health experts are warning that dementia does not just affect the elderly and can often occur in people under the age of 65. With this in mind, appointing a lasting power of attorney at the earliest possible opportunity could be a sensible move.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Prenuptial agreements 'a grown up approach' to marriage
  Signing a prenuptial agreement is a "sensible" and "grown up" approach to marriage, according to the independent financial advisory firm Equity Partners.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Buy-to-let 'can still be a money maker'
  People can still make money in the buy-to-let market, but they must choose their properties carefully and seek advice on letting successfully and abiding by the law, it has been claimed.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Demi and Bruce win co-parenting award
  Divorcees Demi Moore and Bruce Willis have been chosen as the winners of the first annual Celebrity Co-Parent Awards run by Child-Centred Divorce.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Changes to road accident injury claims process announced
  The government has announced new measures designed to speed up the process of making a claim for personal injury as a result of a road accident.
  
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Pregnant women 'should make a will'
  As well as organising their present day finances in preparation for the arrival of their baby, pregnant women should also remember to write a will.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• More people registering powers of attorney
  More people are registering powers of attorney to ensure decisions can be made on their behalf should they become incapable, figures show.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Estate agents 'breaking HIPs laws'
  Some estate agents are breaking the laws on Home Information Packs (HIPs) by marketing properties without them, it has been claimed.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Mills-McCartney divorce immortalised in new song
  Former Beatle Sir Paul McCartney has written a revealing song about the breakdown of his marriage and his subsequent divorce from Heather Mills.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Wills 'an essential part' of financial planning
  Wills should be seen as an "essential" part of people's financial planning, according to the online resource portal FinancialAdvice.co.uk.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• EPC warning for landlords with student properties
  People letting student houses are being urged to obtain energy performance certificates (EPCs) for all their properties as soon as possible to avoid falling foul of new legislation.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• OPG acknowledges delays in power of attorney registrations
  The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) has acknowledged that it is taking longer than it should to register lasting powers of attorney (LPAs).
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Health and safety 'a vital consideration for employers'
  Health and safety has always been an important consideration for employers. Laws on workplace health and safety can be strict and failure to comply could have devastating consequences, personally as well as professionally.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Buyers 'need to be educated about HIPs'
  Homebuyers need to be educated about the benefits of home information packs (HIPs), according to the sales director at Your Move.
  Date: 12 September 2008
• Morgan Freeman and wife to divorce
  Actor Morgan Freeman and his costume designer wife Myrna Colley-Lee are to divorce after 24 years of marriage, it has been revealed.
  Date: 12 September 2008
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• What is a Deed Poll?

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  Date: 15 July 2008
• Why do I need a Deed Poll to change my name?

  In the UK there is only one way to change your name officially that works every time. It is to change your name officially by Deed Poll. Find out 'Why do I need a Deed Poll to change my name?'

  Date: 15 July 2008
• Can I use your Deed Poll Kit to change my name?

  In the UK there is only one way to change your name officially that works every time. It is to change your name officially by Deed Poll. Find out if you can use our Deed Poll Kit to change your name.

  Date: 15 July 2008
• Does a solicitor need to register my Deed Poll anywhere?

  In the UK there is only one way to change your name officially that works every time. It is to change your name officially by Deed Poll. Find out if you need to register your Deed Poll or use a solicitor.

  Date: 15 July 2008
• Why change your name? And what names can you change?

  Why do people change their name? And what do they change their name to? And what names can you change? Find out how you can change any name you like by official Deed Poll.

  Date: 15 July 2008
• Do I need a 'legal copy' or a 'certified copy' of my Deed Poll?

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  Date: 15 July 2008
• Who do I need to tell about my change of name by Deed Poll?

  So you have changed your name by Deed Poll... but who do you need to inform? Find out who you need to tell about your change of name by Deed Poll.

  Date: 15 July 2008
• Identity theft subscriptions: are they worth the money?

  Barry Stamp, Joint Managing Director of the Credit Reporting Agency, looks into the recent subscription services provided by banks and credit card companies and gives you his top tips on how to prevent identity theft.

  Date: 4 July 2008
• Had a holiday from hell? How to get compensation

  Cancelled flights, travel agent goes bust, your hotel is in disrepair... Find out who you can complain to if your holiday goes wrong and how you can claim for compensation or get a refund.

  Date: 4 July 2008
• How to claim compensation for delayed fights and lost luggage

  Ever had your flight delayed or your luggage lost when you're off on holiday? Find out how you can claim compensation from the airline here.

  Date: 4 July 2008
• Having trouble with trains? How to get your money back

  All of us have experienced the exasperation of being stranded at a station due to train delays and missed connections. Find out how you can complain about train delays and get a refund here.

  Date: 4 July 2008
• Landlords: how to find, and check out, your would-be tenant

  Avoid bad tenants by checking out your tenants at the outset. Referencing tenants is vital!

  Date: 1 July 2008
• Landlords: why you can't disturb your tenants

  Tessa Shepperson, a legal expert in residential landlord and tenancy law, outlines why, under tenancy law, landlords cannot disturb their tenants during the tenancy.

  Date: 1 July 2008
• Landlords: who pays the rent if a tenant moves out?

  You're a landlord who has let out your property to a group of friends and they have all signed the tenancy agreement. Find out who is responsible for the rent if one of the tenants moves out.

  Date: 1 July 2008
• Tenants in rent arrears

  Find out what a landlord can do when a tenant defaults on the payment of the rent, and how a landlord can be prepared for rent arrears and, ultimately, eviction.

  Date: 1 July 2008
• Landlords: how to get your tenants to pay on time, all of the time!

  One of the biggest worries facing landlords is a tenant not paying the rent. Find out how you can get the payment of rent on time, every time!

  Date: 1 July 2008
• New landlords: have you got an energy performance certificate?

  Here's our lowdown on what an EPC does, what it contains and when you need one.

  Date: 1 July 2008
• From tenant management to positive cash flow: the five biggest challenges facing landlords

  The biggest issue facing landlords is the administrative tasks of ensuring that rents are received and the bills are paid. Find out how you can save time, money and effort in running all aspects of your property business here.

  Date: 1 July 2008
• Why landlords should make tenant checking their top priority

  Research undertaken by the Residential Landlords Association has shown that where no tenant checks have been made, landlords are seven times as likely to end up taking court proceedings. Find out why tenant referencing should be your top priority.

  Date: 1 July 2008
• Why EPCs are vital for landlords during the credit crunch

  Find out why an energy performance certificate is vital for landlords if you want to let out property during the credit crunch.

  Date: 1 July 2008
• Landlords: how to vet your prospective tenants

  You're a landlord who is letting out your investment property. Who is your ideal tenant? Find out how to vet your prospective tenants here.

  Date: 1 July 2008
• How to terminate a tenancy agreement in Scotland

  Section 33? AT6? Section 19? Find out what Scottish law requires before you terminate a tenancy agreement in Scotland.

  Date: 30 June 2008
• How to terminate a tenancy agreement in England and Wales

  Section 21? Section 8? Find out what notices you need to terminate a tenancy agreement.

  Date: 30 June 2008
• Home information packs: what you need to know

  Find out the not-to-be-missed nine things that you must know about HIPs and EPCs.

  Date: 28 June 2008
• Making a will: make sure your DIY will is witnessed and signed

  Making a will? Find out how to witness and sign a DIY Will and ensure your will is legally valid.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Making a will: how to leave a gift in your will

  Making a will? Find out how to leave specific gifts in your will to those you love.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Making a will: now you've left gifts, what do you do with the rest of your property?

  Making a will? Find out how to make sure your DIY will is legally valid and all of your property is passed on as you wish.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Making a will: how to name guardians for your children

  Making a will? Find out how to name a guardian for your children in your DIY Will.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Do not make a will before you have read this!

  Making a will? Find out what you need to think about before making a DIY Will.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Making a will: what is an executor, and how should I choose someone to look after my affairs?

  Making a will? Find out how to choose the executors (or people you want to carry out your instructions in your will).

  Date: 27 June 2008
• My relative's just died: who sorts out their affairs?

  Find out who is responsible for handling your affairs after your death (whether you have made a will or not made a will).

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Checklist: what to do when someone dies (in England and Wales)

  A step-by-step checklist covering what you need to do after a death of a family member or friend.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Checklist: what to do when someone dies (in Scotland)

  A step-by-step checklist covering what you need to do after a death of a family member or friend.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Cohabitation: do you believe that 'common law' marriage exists?

  Unmarried couples are not offered the same legal protection as married couples. Find out more...

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Cohabitation: things to consider when you move in together

  Find out how unmarried couples are not offered the same protection under law as those who are married. And find out what you can do to avoid the cohabitation risks.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Cohabitation: your parental rights as an unmarried couple

  Find out how unmarried couples are not offered the same parental responsibility rights under family law as those who are married. And find out what you can do to avoid the cohabitation risks.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• New rights for gay and lesbian couples

  Find out all about civil partnerships for gay and lesbian couples.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Ten things you must do after a divorce

  Change your name? Make a will? Ten things you must do after a divorce, but probably haven't.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Ten tips to avoid a messy divorce

  Most divorces are conducted without professional help. Read our tips to remaining amicable.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Do I really want a divorce?

  Divorce isn't the only alternative. Read our practical advice on relationship counselling.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Divorce: fancy a quickie?

  How can you make sure your divorce is a quickie divorce? And can it be a DIY divorce too? Find out how to save time, money and heartache over your divorce.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Divorce: how can I protect myself financially?

  Find out how you can protect yourself financially in a divorce. But remember the cost of dissembling can be higher than the potential gains!

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Divorce: who gets the children?

  Find out if divorce courts really do favour mothers over fathers when it comes to ruling on the care of their children.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Divorce: do I really need a divorce solicitor for my divorce?

  Find out if you can conduct a DIY divorce and how to save £££s if you do need a divorce solicitor.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Divorce: the benefits of mediation

  Find out how mediation can offer an effective and cheap way out from bad feeling and spiralling divorce costs.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Divorce: protecting yourself from abusive behaviour

  How can you protect yourself during a divorce. And what is a Class F Land Charge or a Form MH1? Find out all about your rights during divorce.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Problems over contact with the children during divorce

  Issues that arise over contact with children during and after divorce explained.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Divorce and financial orders explained

  Find out how financial orders work during a divorce, and what you must do to ensure you don't miss out.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Divorce: problems with maintenance payments?

  Find out what you can (and can't) do with maintenance orders and payments after a divorce.

  Date: 27 June 2008
• A post-divorce checklist

  Five things you must do after your divorce - have you done them?

  Date: 27 June 2008
• Property that doesn't pass under a will

  When making a will you need to think about the property that you own. And how you own it. This is because, under current law, not all property can be passed on under a will.

  Date: 26 June 2008
• Separation & Divorce Jargon Buster
  Date: 12 June 2008
• Personal Finance Jargon Buster
  Date: 12 June 2008
• Tax Jargon Buster
  Date: 12 Jun