Paperless possessions pose a real problem for the executors of your estate. Clare Gorman explains why keeping records of all assets is so important… I have online bank accounts that don’t generate statements or any form of paper trail. Will my executors find them? It is not unusual to have Read more…
Administering an estate with significant debt is a huge responsibility and one you might not want to take on, as Clare Gorman explains… My brother has passed away leaving an outstanding loan. As his executor, am I responsible for paying it back? When someone passes away with debts in their Read more…
Sarah is here to help house buyers and sellers get to grips with the conveyancing process. This month, she highlights the most common reasons for delays and explains how to avoid them… There are myriad reasons why conveyancing can stall, but some crop up more often than others. However, if Read more…
A quick Google search reveals that there are thousands of Solicitors who do personal injury work, so why should you use Taylor&Emmet Solicitors? We pride ourselves on the quality of work we do for clients. We are proud to be based in Sheffield. It is true what they say about Read more…
A freedom of information request to Police in East Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire has discovered the number of male victims reporting domestic abuse in that region rose by a quarter during the last year alone. In 2020, 27% of all victims reporting domestic abuse were male, representing a 113% increase Read more…
Sarah is here to help house buyers and sellers get to grips with the conveyancing process. This month, she outlines the new Mortgage Guarantee Scheme launched by the government… On April 19, the government announced it was backing a new Mortgage Guarantee Scheme, to enable first time buyers to secure Read more…
We are making a raft of promotions to acknowledge the individual efforts made during one of the most challenging years in our history. A total of 10 members of staff, across five departments, have received commendation for their diligence, dedication and overall contribution to the future of the firm. Wills Read more…
We are welcoming back a former employee to the Banner Cross office after a 10-month absence. Partner, Lisa Molinari, has re-joined our residential conveyancing team and will specialise in high value property transactions. Lisa worked at Taylor&Emmet for four years, up to June 2020 and decided to return following developments Read more…
On Saturday (April 17 2021) various organisations with an interest in empty homes are coming together to hold a Day of Action. The aim is to raise public awareness of the housing crisis faced by the UK. Right now, there are 100,000 families across the country living in temporary accommodation Read more…
Sarah is here to help house buyers and sellers get to grips with the conveyancing process. This month, she outlines the government’s recent extension to the stamp duty holiday… I understand the temporary stamp duty rules are continuing for another few months. Is this correct? On July 8 last year, Read more…