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Equity release: why trusted legal advice matters
When you need a large injection of cash, equity release can seem like a quick and easy win. Releasing capital from your family home, however, is a major decision and can come with some high risks. It’s therefore important to seek independent legal advice to protect your interests before signing o....
Equity release can help retirees bridge the pension gap
Nobody wants to be scrimping on life’s essentials during retirement, but this is the financial reality facing many older adults. Research has revealed that 38%1 of future retirees are heading for an income below the recommended minimum living standard based on their pensions and savings alone.....
Equity release: what plan is right for you?
Whether it’s holiday destinations or financial products, we all want choice. More choice, however, can lead to more complexity – especially when you’re making a decision that will impact the rest of your life. When it comes to equity release, there’s a lot of choice. At the start of 2025....
Equity release explained
As interest rates fall and living costs rise, accessing the capital tied up in your home could provide a financial lifeline. According to research by Fairer Finance, 51% of UK households aged 60-plus are expected to require housing wealth to support their spending needs in later life and retirement....
Commercial debt recovery – how we can help
Recovering commercial debts can be a long and complex process, particularly if a debtor is determined to delay or obstruct payment. However, a recent High Court decision demonstrates that the law can offer powerful assistance to creditors. At Attwaters Solicitors, our Dispute Resolution team has be....
Is your landlord refusing to provide the Landlord’s Certificate?
As a leaseholder, waiting for your landlord to provide the documents you need can be extremely frustrating. If you have requested a Landlord’s Certificate, your landlord must comply with your request within a specific framework. This post explains your landlord’s legal obligations for providing....
The Landlord’s Certificate: What Landlords Need to Know
The Building Safety Act 2022 introduced onerous new administrative burdens for landlords. One such example is the Landlord’s Certificate, which landlords must provide for leaseholders and tenants upon request. This post sets out your legal obligations with regards to the Landlord’s Certificate,....
Inquests and medical negligence claims – how we can support you
Losing a loved one is extremely distressing under any circumstances. However, if you have concerns about the care they received (or didn’t receive), it can be incredibly difficult to know where to turn. At Attwaters Solicitors, we understand how upsetting it is to suffer a loss that you believ....
What is a Fact-Finding hearing?
If you’re involved in family court proceedings, particularly where there are serious allegations such as domestic abuse, you may encounter a fact-finding hearing if the accused party denies the allegations. These hearings enable the family court to determine whether disputed allegations are tr....
How Terms of Business can help avoid contract disputes – a case study
Commercial contract disputes can be difficult for all involved. As well as potentially leading to financial loss, they often cause delays, reputational damage and stress, particularly where relationships have broken down. When agreements are informal or unclear, disputes can become even more comple....
Earning less, paying more: the high price of illness and injury
Recovering from a serious injury or living with a chronic health condition can be expensive. Travelling to appointments, paying for in-home support, attending therapy sessions, following a specialist diet: these are just some of the additional costs that can come with being ill. On top of these ....
The Renters’ Rights Bill: Progress Report
Regarded as the most significant reform to the private rented sector since the Housing Act 1988, the Renters’ Rights Bill is due to come into effect later this year. This article provides a brief update on the Bill’s progress and some of the key upcoming changes. Timeline to implementati....
