At Ives and Co, we specialise in Will drafting, Probate services, and Inheritance Tax (IHT) planning. Whether you’re protecting family assets or managing a complex estate, our expert solicitors ensure everything is handled with care, efficiency, and the right legal protection
One of the most pressing issues currently affecting the UK property market is a critical shortage of qualified surveyors. This isn’t just a minor inconvenience, it’s a problem that’s creating real bottlenecks for property transactions across the country. But with every challenge comes innovation, and technology may just be the helping hand the property sector needs.
At Ives & Co, our Commercial Conveyancing team specialises in guiding developers, investors, and businesses through the legal complexities of property transactions. With the recent government guidance on “Grey Belt” land, the development landscape is shifting – and we’re here to make sure you’re ready to act with confidence.
Whether you’re in a hot property zone or struggling to shift your home, having the right legal team ensures your move is stress-free and protected from start to finish.
The UK property market has long grappled with a sluggish and often frustrating conveyancing process. Delays in gathering legal documents, unforeseen issues surfacing late, and communication breakdowns among parties contribute to transactions taking an average of 16–20 weeks to complete. Alarmingly, approximately 30% of these transactions collapse before completion
For decades, leasehold has been the dominant form of property ownership in England and Wales, but growing dissatisfaction with its restrictions and costs has led to renewed interest in commonhold. Despite government support and legal reforms, commonhold ownership remains a niche concept. Can it truly take hold, or will leasehold continue to reign supreme?
The UK residential conveyancing market is experiencing a notable shift, as revealed in the latest annual report. After two years of contraction, 2024 marked a
The UK property market has seen a notable recovery, with house prices experiencing their largest monthly increase in over two years. According to Nationwide, the
The UK housing market is showing strong signs of resurgence in the wake of the recent budget announcement. Buyer demand has risen steadily, with more
The UK housing market has experienced a slowdown in recent years, with activity levels 15% lower than pre-pandemic numbers. This lull has resulted in reduced
