Practical, solicitor-led guidance for landlords, sellers and buyers in West London and Surrey.
Sales, Conveyancing & Transactions
Good estate agency is not simply about listing a property. It is about understanding the owner, the property and the outcome they want to achieve.
5 min read
Sales, Conveyancing & Transactions
The Building Safety Act 2022 has changed the way many leasehold apartment sales are handled. This guide explains what sellers need to know before putting their property on the market.
2 min read
Sales, Conveyancing & Transactions
Many sellers believe a cash buyer guarantees a smooth transaction. In reality, even cash buyers can have important conditions that affect whether a sale proceeds.
2 min read
Sales, Conveyancing & Transactions
Selling a property after the death of a loved one can be overwhelming. This guide explains the most common mistakes executors make and how to avoid unnecessary delays while achieving the best possible price.
3 min read
Sales, Conveyancing & Transactions
Selling a leasehold flat with cladding? Understanding your building's EWS1 rating could be the difference between a smooth sale and a failed transaction. In this guide, Hermens Property explains the different EWS1 ratings, how they affect buyers and mortgage lenders, and shares a recent real-life experience highlighting why sellers should check their building's status before going to market.ription.
5 min read
Rent, Tenancies & Possession
A step-by-step guide to managing rent arrears properly — from the first missed payment through to repayment plans and legal escalation. Covers the common mistakes that weaken later possession claims and explains how early, structured intervention often avoids court altogether.
2 min read
Property Management & Dispute Prevention
Explains how legal oversight changes day-to-day management: deposits, notices, arrears handling, complaints, and end-of-tenancy disputes. Uses anonymised scenarios to show how issues are spotted early and resolved before they become claims or regulatory problems.
2 min read
Landlord Compliance & Regulation
Sets out a legally safe, evidence-based approach to handling damp and mould reports — inspections, communications, contractors, and documentation. Explains why ignoring or mishandling complaints causes far more risk than the repair itself.
2 min read
Landlord Compliance & Regulation
A practical, no-nonsense checklist covering gas safety, EPC, EICR, smoke and CO alarms, Right to Rent, deposit protection, licensing and record-keeping. Explains not just what is required, but how landlords commonly get it wrong and what evidence actually protects you if a dispute or possession claim arises.
2 min read
Rent, Tenancies & Possession
Explains how rent increases will operate under the new regime, including notice requirements, justification, timing, and the risk of challenge. Walks landlords through a defensible process that reduces tribunal risk and preserves relationships with good tenants.
2 min read
Rent, Tenancies & Possession
From 1 May 2026, section 21 will be abolished and landlords will only be able to recover possession using statutory grounds. This article explains the key new landlord-led grounds, the evidence courts will require, the risks of misuse or dishonesty, and why careful, professional property management will be essential in navigating the new possession regime.
5 min read
Sales, Conveyancing & Transactions
An overview of why property sales forming part of a death estate often take longer than expected. This article explains the emotional, legal, and practical factors that commonly cause hesitation during probate, and how a patient, informed approach can help families make decisions at the right time.
4 min read
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