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Written by: Ruth Stevenson, Director/Solicitor at Ives & Co Solicitors The launch of a major real estate investment trust could signal renewed confidence in UK commercial property. With investors identifying attractive valuations and opportunities for recovery, the sector may be entering a more promising period.
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Written by: Ruth Stevenson, Director/Solicitor at Ives & Co Solicitors As people accumulate more digital assets and online accounts, traditional estate planning may no longer capture the full extent of their affairs. Comprehensive digital solutions can help organise important information, support executors and make estate administration easier for bereaved families.
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Written by: Ruth Stevenson, Director/Solicitor at Ives & Co Solicitors The UK housing market may experience a short-term decline before entering a longer period of recovery. Changing mortgage rates, affordability pressures and wider economic conditions are expected to influence prices and activity as the market gradually regains momentum.
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Written by: Ruth Stevenson, Director/Solicitor at Ives & Co Solicitors The Great Wealth Transfer will see substantial assets pass from older generations to younger family members in the coming decades. Effective estate planning, clear family communication and an up-to-date Will can help preserve wealth and ensure it is transferred according to your wishes.
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Written by: Ruth Stevenson, Director/Solicitor at Ives & Co Solicitors The effects of COVID-19 continue to influence the UK commercial property market, with changing working practices and consumer habits reshaping demand for offices, retail premises and industrial space. These shifts present both challenges and opportunities for landlords, tenants and investors.
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Written by: Ruth Stevenson, Director/Solicitor at Ives & Co Solicitors Record migration and a shortage of available homes are placing increasing pressure on the UK rental market. With demand continuing to outstrip supply, tenants face rising rents while the need for additional affordable housing becomes more urgent.
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Written by: Ruth Stevenson, Director/Solicitor at Ives & Co Solicitors Recent probate data indicates modest improvements in processing times, although significant differences remain between digital and paper applications. Understanding these trends can help executors prepare for potential delays when administering an estate.
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Written by: Ruth Stevenson, Director/Solicitor at Ives & Co Solicitors The 2024 commercial property investment landscape offered signs of renewed activity as market conditions began to improve. Retail warehouses and prime office spaces presented notable opportunities, although investors still needed to navigate economic uncertainty and changing sector demand.
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Written by: Ruth Stevenson, Director/Solicitor at Ives & Co Solicitors The UK home-selling process can be lengthy, creating uncertainty and added pressure for buyers and sellers. Earlier preparation, greater use of technology and more efficient communication could help reduce delays and make property transactions smoother.
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Written by: Ruth Stevenson, Director/Solicitor at Ives & Co Solicitors Notifying organisations after someone dies can place an additional administrative burden on grieving families. Digital services could simplify death notifications, reduce repetitive paperwork and create a more efficient and compassionate bereavement process.