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14 June 2026
Is the contractor a limited company or a sole trader? 
“Houston, Helix Law, we have a problem” Unfortunately, the question above is one that you usually only ask yourself when something...
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12 June 2026
Commercial Considerations for the Buyer Regarding Retention of Title Clauses
A retention of title (ROT) clause is a term in a contract for the sale of goods that allows the seller to retain legal...
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12 June 2026
What to Do if a Tenant Is Refusing Access for Inspection
If you’re a residential landlord, you may want to access your property for multiple valid reasons When given notice, most...
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12 June 2026
Section 8 vs Section 21 Notices – What’s the Difference?
Seeking Advice on Regaining Possession Post-Renters' Rights Act Coming Into Effect This page refers to the position...
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11 June 2026
The New Energy Efficiency Regulations And The Potential Cost To Landlords
The new energy efficiency regulations are being introduced in two phases The first phase was introduced on 1st April 2016...
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11 June 2026
What Is a Section 48 Notice?
A section 48 Notice can be significant and important for both landlords and tenants of residential property that's rented under an...
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10 June 2026
Rental Bidding Ban: How to Advertise Lawfully Under the Renters’ Rights Act
The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 has made sweeping changes to the private residential rental sector A key new measure is the...
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9 June 2026
What Is a Deed of Surrender?
When letting or renting a property, circumstances may arise where a tenancy needs to end sooner than initially intended or agreed...
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9 June 2026
New Rules – MEES Regulations
THE NEW RULES FOR THE ‘MINIMUM LEVEL OF ENERGY EFFICIENCY STANDARD (MEES) – ENGLAND AND WALES As from April 2018, new tenancies...
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