by Efosa Obaseki | May 18, 2026 | Property Law
Property licensing has become a cornerstone of local government efforts to regulate the private rental sector. For landlords, the consequences of non-compliance are severe and may even include Rent Repayment Orders (RROs) that require the return of thousands of pounds...
by Efosa Obaseki | May 12, 2026 | Property Law
For business owners and commercial landlords, the Landlord and Tenant Act (LTA) 1954 is the cornerstone of their relationship as it provides tenants with "security of tenure". In effect, this means they generally have a right to a new lease, unless the...
by Efosa Obaseki | May 7, 2026 | Property Law
Short-term bridging loans are often used as a quick financial fix, but when they are not repaid, the legal consequences can be swift and severe. The recent High Court case highlights the limits of debtor protection and serves as a stark warning to those attempting to...
by Efosa Obaseki | Apr 27, 2026 | Property Law
In legal circles, some rules are so ancient that they are often forgotten until they resurface with devastating consequences. One such principle is the Rule in Pigot’s Case, a legal doctrine dating back to 1614, which provides that a material alteration to a...
by Efosa Obaseki | Apr 21, 2026 | Property Law
The recent judgement in Zeng v Tan [2026] serves as a cautionary tale for parents who purchase property in their children's names without formal legal documentation. When a parent funds a house but puts it in a child's name, the legal lens views this...
