When does a promise amount to a claim in land?
Farm Land – proprietary estoppel claim fails at the first hurdle.
When does a promise amount to a claim in land?
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Who will inherit the family farm?
Succession to the family farm, how to avoid disputes and protect the next generation’s inheritance!
Things to consider when making a sale of part
Joanna Stepien, a solicitor in the Real Estate team, writes about some of the things a seller should consider when selling part (as opposed to whole) of the land they own.
The “Landmark” Agricultural Act 2020 is here
The long awaited agricultural bill was passed into law on Wednesday 11 November.
The Nuts and Bolts of Overage
What is overage, and what should be considered if a property might be sold subject to overage?
Solar Farms – Key things to consider
Lauren Walker, an associate in the Real Estate Team looks at some of the points to consider when entering into arrangements for the construction of a solar farm.
Option or Promotion Agreement, which is best?
Hazel Eccles, a senior associate in our Real Estate team and Head of our Agriculture and Rural Land Team, considers the pros and cons of entering into either an option agreement or a promotion agreement.
Electricity substation leases and easements – key points to consider by the landowner
Joanna Stepien, a solicitor in the real estate team looks at points to consider for the landowner on entering into an electricity substation lease and related easements.
Agriculture & Rural Land News – Spring 2020
Despite the disruption caused by the impact of Covid -19, Spring is proving to be a busy period for rural news:
Ransom Strips – How are they used?
James Burgess, a Partner in our real estate team, discusses the strategic value of ransom strips to sellers and promoters of land with development potential.