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Advice for First-Time Buyers: Buy Before April 2025 to Save on Stamp Duty
Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but timing is everything. With Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) changes coming into effect on 1st April 2025, first-time buyers face a significant increase in costs if they wait too long to take the plunge.
Choosing a legal guardian for your children
Of all the things that are important in your life, the safety and protection of your family – particularly your children – is likely right at the top of the list. Ensuring they receive the same level of care once you’re no longer around should be a top priority, and choosing a suitable guardian plays a crucial role in that happening. Here’s everything you need to know about why your children may need a legal guardian and how you go about choosing one.
Comprehensive Commercial Legal Services for Your Business
Running a successful business comes with complex legal challenges. Whether you need advice on commercial property, support with employment matters, or help resolving disputes, Marsons Solicitors are here to provide tailored, expert legal solutions. In this article, we will run through some of our main commercial services.
What happens to your digital assets when you die?
Our online presence has become an integral part of our lives, from social media accounts and email correspondence to digital photos and even business operations. In this article, we explore what happens to these assets when you pass away.
ICYMI: SDLT Changes in Labour’s Autumn Budget 2024.
The latest Budget introduces higher Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) rates for individuals with multiple properties and corporate buyers. Effective from 31 October 2024, these changes will also adjust First-Time Buyer Relief starting April 2025, impacting future property purchases and planning. In this article, we investigate the changes in more detail.
How does the probate process work?
When a loved one passes away, you may find yourself tasked with having to deal with the probate process, as either an executor (under a will) or administrator (where there is no will under the rules of intestacy). This can be complicated, at what is already a difficult time.
Five Reasons Why You Should Set Up a Trust
Setting up a trust can be a practical way to protect your loved ones financially. With a trust, one or more trustees hold and manage assets for the benefit of chosen beneficiaries, providing security, flexibility, and peace of mind.
Buying a Home? Here’s What You Need to Know
Purchasing a home is one of life’s most significant investments, and with it comes a process that may seem complex, particularly the conveyancing aspect.