At Howells Solicitors, we have specialists in both residential and commercial property conveyancing, but does the process differ considerably depending on the type of property you’re buying? Our team answer just that here. More...

In a recent governmental consultation, there was an overwhelming response in favour of government plans to tackle issues within the UK leasehold property sector. The government has now announced what measures it will be taking to tackle this.

Their answer? A ban on leaseholds for almost all new build houses.

Here, our conveyancing solicitors outline the changes and reveal how they think this will affect the UK housing market. More...

When purchasing a property with a mortgage, your lender will require you to instruct a conveyancing solicitor. As buying a house is one of the most expensive purchases you’ll make, it’s risky to buy a property without instructing an expert. But, why is this? More...

Moving home is never easy. There’s a lot of paperwork and moving parts; that’s why our residential conveyancing solicitors aim to make the process as simple and straightforward as possible. Sadly, it seems many people feel the financial side of this process needs some work. More...

After April 1st 2018, residential properties sold in Wales will be subject to a new Land Transaction Tax (LTT) which will replace the current Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT). More...