Ofili The Property Lawyer

10/10/2026

The risks of not disclosing problems when selling a property

A property developer has been ordered to refund a couple for their £32.5 million mansion after a severe moth infestation was discovered.

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19/09/2026

What do searches reveal and why are they needed in a house purchase?

Buying a house? Learn why property searches are a vital part of the conveyancing process, helping reveal local authority issues, environmental risks, drainage matters, flood risk and other important information before you exchange contracts.

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12/09/2026

What is a gifted deposit and how will the Conveyancer need to deal with this?

If you are receiving money towards a property purchase from a relative, find out how this will affect your conveyancing transaction and what extra work your solicitor will need to carry out.

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05/09/2026

New free online lease search tool available for leaseholders

If you own a leasehold flat or house, find out about the new lease checker tool which will tell you the length of your lease and give an estimate of how much it might cost to extend the lease term.

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29/08/2026

Remortgaging Investment Property in South East England: When it makes sense and how the legal progress works

Thinking about remortgaging an investment property? Learn when remortgaging an investment property makes sense, what to expect during the legal process, and how to prepare for a successful remortgage.

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22/08/2026

The legal aspects of taking in a lodger
If you are thinking of taking in a lodger, you need to take care not to create a tenancy agreement. We take a look at how to avoid this and the details you can put in a lodger agreement.
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15/08/2026

Government announces reforms it states will simplify conveyancing

Find out the changes proposed by the government in an attempt to speed up conveyancing times.

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15/08/2026

The Renters’ Rights Act Explained: What Landlords and Property Investors Need to Know in 2026

The Renters’ Rights Act will bring major changes for landlords and property investors in 2026, including stronger tenant protections and the end of Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions. In this article, you will learn what the changes mean, how they may affect buy-to-let investments, and what landlords and property investors should consider before purchasing or managing rental property.

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15/08/2026

How do you deal with fixtures and fittings when you move house?

It is important to ensure that fixtures and fittings are dealt with carefully when you move house to avoid misunderstandings and disputes. We look at the definition of each and how to ensure both parties know what will be going and what will be staying.

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15/08/2026

Beware of expensive privacy claims if your video doorbell breaches data protection laws

Learn how video doorbells can breach UK data protection laws if they record neighbours’ property, and what homeowners should do to avoid privacy claims.

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