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Thomas Legal Showcases the Value of Professional Conveyancing during National Conveyancing Week

As National Conveyancing Week approaches, we at Thomas Legal are proud to participate in this annual event. As a law firm specializing in property conveyancing, we understand the importance of raising awareness about the legal processes involved in buying and selling property. National Conveyancing Week offers a unique opportunity to educate the public about the… Read more »


Understanding the Differences Between Property Surveys and Property Searches

Property surveys and property searches are two crucial processes in a property transaction. Both serve different purposes and have distinct differences. In this article, we will explore the differences between property surveys and property searches and their significance. What is a Property Survey? A property survey is an inspection of a property carried out by… Read more »


The Importance of Listed Buildings: Steps & Considerations

What is a Listed Building? A Listed Building is a building that has been recognized for its historical or architectural significance, or both. Listed Buildings in the UK are designated by the government’s heritage agency, Historic England, as well as the Welsh and Scottish equivalents. There are different categories of Listed Buildings ranging from Grade… Read more »


Thomas Legal Recognized for Excellence: Shortlisted at British Conveyancing Awards

We at Thomas Legal are thrilled to announce that we have been shortlisted for the ‘Conveyancing Firm of the year – South’ award at this year’s British Conveyancing Awards. We are incredibly proud to receive this nomination, and it is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team. At Thomas Legal, we… Read more »


Beware of Japanese knotweed’s winter hibernation

The Japanese knotweed growing season ends in late autumn and, like many perennial plants, its above-ground growth dies back. But despite looking dead, knotweed is replenished with new energy reserves from the summer growth which are drawn down and stored in its powerful underground rhizome system, ready to re-emerge stronger next spring. After the first… Read more »


Thomas Legal claims top prize at ESTAS 2022

Thomas Legal managed to bag 5 awards at the prestigious ESTAS Customer Service Awards 2022, the biggest awards in the UK property industry. An entire years worth of client feedback was considered and reviewed by the judges panel, with Thomas Legal coming out on top to receive the prestigious ‘Conveyancing Firm of the Year 2022’ award. We… Read more »


What you need to know about changes to leasehold legislation

Long-awaited reforms to law surrounding leasehold property will start to take effect in 2022 as the government seeks to make matters fairer for leaseholders. Problems for those owning leasehold property have increased over recent years, with the some newbuild companies imposing unfair ground rents that regularly doubled over time, leaving some homeowners unable to sell.… Read more »


Common delays in conveyancing and how to avoid them

If you are buying or selling a property, you probably want to avoid unnecessary delays. As well as dragging a transaction out, delays can risk a chain collapsing. We take a look at the best way to keep your sale or purchase moving. A slow start Once you have a buyer or seller lined up,… Read more »


Does a Loft Conversion need Planning Permission and Building Control Sign Off?

If the roof has been extended in some way outside of its original structure or there has been an installation of a dormer window, generally speaking planning permission will be required. If you are in doubt it is always best contact a planning officer and obtain written confirmation from them as to whether or not… Read more »


Protecting ownership of your property from fraudsters

Property fraud continues to cause problems for homeowners, with scammers registering homes into their own names before selling them on. Once a property has been sold, the buyer generally obtains good legal title, leaving the original homeowner to make a legal claim for compensation. In a recent case, a vicar working away from home came… Read more »


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