Written By Paul Bennett – Consultant This little essay attempts to explain what is meant by a requirement to act in good faith, where the requirement arrives and to set out the elements of the law and then to pose a question in the form of a fairly typical or all too common scenario. …
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When making a Will, you must appoint an executor. This is a person who will be legally responsible for administering the estate, which will include settling any liabilities of the estate, collecting in assets and distributing this in accordance with the provisions of the Will. The role of an executor involves several key responsibilities: Managing …
Have you thought about who you would like to inherit from your estate when you die? Family? Friends? Or even charity? If you do not execute a Will, then your estate will follow the rules of intestacy, meaning your wishes may not be carried out. A Will is a legal document that outlines how a …
The answer – when it is a Licence! There is a key distinction when it comes to the documentation of an arrangement for a party to occupy the premises belonging to another which at the time can be overlooked and have significant consequences down the line on both parties. The common arrangement is for an …
Green Leases are becoming increasingly popular due to concerns about the significant contribution of buildings to greenhouse gas emissions. This has led to an increased pressure for the Government to address energy efficiency issues in property. A green lease is a way in which both the Landlord and the Tenant can reduce the environmental impact …
Savage Silk are proud to announce that their former trainee solicitor, Sean Pitcairn, qualified as a Solicitor on 1 February 2025. Sean, who is from Sunderland, completed his undergraduate Bachelor of Law (LLB) and Masters in Law (LLM) at Sunderland university. Sean has gone from strength to strength since joining the Savage Silk family and …
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When purchasing or owning a property (whether land or buildings) it is important that the owner understands the nature of covenants. A covenant is a legal obligation contained in the title to a property reflecting what cannot be done and what must be done. A restrictive covenant is a contract between two owners of property …
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Traditionally, we think of a Will being able to deal with our financial assets and property; however, many of us have digital assets, some of which may have a significant value, which may need to be dealt with differently. The first step is to consider whether you have any digital assets. Digital assets can include; …
When advising clients wanting to leave gifts to beneficiaries who may be vulnerable or disabled there are a number of things to take into account. It is also important to consider that although a beneficiary may not be vulnerable or disabled at the time the Will is made, consideration should be given at the regular …
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As a commercial Landlord, you are responsible for complying with the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) Regulations. Since 1 April 2023, if a commercial property in England and Wales has an EPC rating below an E rating, it will deem to be ‘sub-standard’ following the changes to the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard Regulations. If a …
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