by bawilliams | Oct 3, 2024 | Property Law
The High Court heard a case on beneficial ownership of a property which was subject to a confiscation order under the Proceeds of Crime Act (PCA) 2002. Background: Mesut Baybasin is the registered proprietor of 3 Dukes Avenue and has three brothers Huseyin, Mehmet,...
by bawilliams | Sep 26, 2024 | Property Law
The Court of Appeal (CoA) ruled that the Upper Tribunal (UT) had erred in fettering the discretion afforded by Private Sector Housing Enforcement Policy. Background: Mr. Kazi owned a portfolio of residential properties, including 2 Laisteridge Lane. This is a...
by bawilliams | Sep 19, 2024 | Property Law
The Court of Appeal (CoA) heard a dispute over possession of a property owned by a company which was under administration despite the property being mortgaged. Background: The appellant and his family occupy a property known as Furzefield. The freehold title to...
by bawilliams | Sep 12, 2024 | Property Law
The High Court was faced with a question regarding a potential injunction to restrain sale based on an oral option to purchase. Background: Mr. Roger Matthews is a second cousin of Mr. Frank Matthews and has had a longstanding relationship in connection with...
by bawilliams | Sep 5, 2024 | Property Law
The High Court dismissed a claim for a mortgage account as there was no genuine dispute underlying the request. Background: Mr. Coutts-Lovie was granted a mortgage in September 2006 for £640,000 for a term of eight years on an interest-only basis and...
