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,
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Breathing space relief does not include short-term bridging loans
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
A 400-year-old rule that can void your mortgage
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
Is a property put in a child’s name a safe investment or a gift?
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




