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Dealing with Builders

We frequently speak to callers who are unhappy with a builder or other tradesman and the standard of their work.Problems with builders experienced by our callers include:the builder does not turn up when arrangedthe builder has walked off sitethe quality of the work is not satisfactorythe quality of

Capital Gains Tax (CGT)

In this factsheet we set out how Capital Gains Tax (CGT) works and when it may apply.We deal with many calls about CGT. Callers are naturally concerned that it may apply when selling an asset, particularly shares and property. A common misconception is that if you dispose of an asset but do not rece

Inheritance Tax (IHT)

Inheritance Tax (IHT) is a popular subject with callers to our tax line. Whether you are looking to protect your assets to benefit future generations, help your children get on the property ladder or help loved ones pay off debts, it is understandable that you may wish to minimise any tax payable. T

Being a landlord – Possession Proceedings (England)

Please Note: The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 is now law but the changes are planned to be effective from 1st May 2026. Until then tenants rights remain the same and our guidance applies. Changes will be incorporated as and when they are implemented and more detail is available.The below guidance is app

Neighbours

Disputes with neighbours are tricky because you cannot escape the conflict when they are living close by or perhaps even next door to you. In this factsheet we look at common causes of disputes between neighbours, including boundaries, access to neighbouring land, nuisance neighbours and what the la

Being a tenant (England)

Being a landlord

Leasehold Property

This factsheet relates to owner-occupied long leasehold properties, not properties which are tenanted.A leasehold property can be a house but is more commonly a flat. The flat can be purpose built, often as part of a large development, or part of a property conversion, such as a house divided into s