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What is Adverse Possession?
What is Adverse Possession? An application for adverse possession enables a third-party non-proprietor to claim a legal right over someone else’s land. The origins can be traced to medieval England where it was a solution in the absence of written records allowing individuals who openly occupied land continuously for a specified period to claim ownership... Read more »
What is TOLATA?
Most commonly, the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996, often referred to as ‘TOLATA’ is relied upon when a dispute arises between non-married cohabitees or family members who live in a property that is solely owned by one of the parties or owned through joint tenants/tenants in common. It is used by... Read more »
What is a Section 21 Notice?
Navigating the intricacies of property rentals involves understanding various legal aspects, and one key element is Section 21 eviction notices. Whether you’re a landlord seeking to regain possession of your property or a tenant wanting to know your rights this article aims to shed light on the essentials of Section 21 evictions but you should... Read more »
Section 8 notices: Key tool for landlords reclaiming property from breach tenants
In the UK section 8 notices stand as a crucial tool for landlords seeking possession of a residential property due to tenant breaches. Here we outline the key information for both landlords and tenants involved in the rental process. Section 8 of the Housing Act 1988 provides landlords with a framework for seeking possession of... Read more »