Real Estate
Residential Real Estate
We advise on all aspects of buying and selling residential real estate, equity release, mortgages and real estate finance. In addition, we manage acquisitions in foreign jurisdictions and co-ordinate advice on tax-efficient structures for holding real estate, whether as an investment or as a residential home. Our lawyers strive to apply their specialist skills to ensure commercial success for our clients.
We work closely with property developers and private clients who are involved in developing and renovating their properties. We can assist with the negotiation and appointment of interior designers, architects and other professionals, as well as guide our clients through the complexities of obtaining the necessary permits. We also advise landlords and tenants on issues surrounding short-term leases in buy-to-let arrangements.
Real Estate Enfranchisement
In a difficult economic climate, it is often timely to take advantage of purchasing the freehold interest or extending the lease of a property at a contracted price. As the value of the freehold or long lease is calculated by reference to the market value, a recession opens a window of opportunity to increase your interest at the bottom of the market.
Changes brought about by the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002 to the Leasehold Reform Act 1967 and the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 increased the ability of residential occupiers to take advantage of enfranchisement and statutory lease extension to purchase the freehold interest form the landlord or to extend the terms of their high-end leasehold properties.
We have considerable and wide-ranging experience in this complex area of law.
Corporate Real Estate
We represent clients in corporate sales and purchases (including high value property portfolio and single asset transactions), corporate joint ventures (onshore and offshore), partnership structures (including English, Jersey and English limited liability partnerships).
Development
Our lawyers advise on all aspects of construction and development, from site acquisition, option agreements and planning advice through to appointment of construction teams and sales of completed buildings.