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The length of time it takes the Probate Registry to issue the grant once the application has been received is dependent on numerous factors, such as how the application is made. Some applications that meet certain eligibility criteria can be made using the online portal. If they don't meet the criteria, then you must apply using the Probate paper application form. Our experience is that currently, online applications are generally quicker to issue the grant. However, the official time estimates issued by the Probate Registry are that you will usually receive the grant within 16 weeks of submitting the application unless additional information is required.

Lasting power of attorney is a document where you can choose someone you trust, known as an attorney, to legally help you deal with third parties on your behalf when you have capacity and also when you have lacked the capacity.

Costs vary depending on where the property is, how much it is being brought or sold for and whether it is a flat or a house. We will provide an estimate in writing which will include all of the third party payments. We believe in transparency and do not believe in hidden extras. We regularly check that our prices are competitive, locally and further afield and we are proud of our prices and the services which we have to offer.

If you've been presented with an employment contract and there are some terms you don't understand or don't agree with, it's important to speak to your employer about them before you start work. That's the best and easiest time to negotiate any terms before it begins. If you start working and you haven't signed your contract, there is a risk that you are deemed to have accepted those terms through your act of already taking the job and beginning. It's best to have the conversation as early as possible with your employer. Remember, if the jobs on offer to you on those terms, it's up for negotiation. So, don't be frightened to speak to the future or prospective employer about that and try to renegotiate on terms that you are happy with.

Whether or not SDLT is payable on a commercial property is a matter of fact in each case. If the property is above a certain threshold, then SDLT will be payable. With leasehold properties care needs to be taken as it can also be payable on rent and the consideration. Whereas in the case of freehold properties on consideration only.