VAT and its relationship to commercial property can be a complex issue, but good advice and proper planning can make it work efficiently for a business. VAT specialist Les Howard explains the basic issues
The origin of the term Good Faith can be traced right back to Roman contract law when it referred to "the ethics of what is just and equitable." But is it possible to define the concept when it has uncertain boundaries?
There are good reasons why a prudent developer would want to put in place an appropriate legal structure to facilitate its disposal programme. This article looks at some alternatives that may achieve this, including utilising exemptions
Property litigation professionals should be looking to advise their clients to consider mediation, as parties refusing to accede to mediation requests face potential financial penalties.
The right of first refusal for residential tenants in a mixed use property development can be a time bomb and should be planned for at an early stage.
For any property developer purchasing land, it is vital that past usage is researched thoroughly to avoid any nasty surprises further down the line.
It's all too easy to get carried away with social media, but for businesses it is crucial to have clear cut policies in place so that employees know what is or isn't acceptable behaviour.
Prior approval was intended to be a quick administrative process, but is actually a lengthy administrative obstacle that is courting conflict between applicants and local planning authorities.
Solar farms are currently one of the hottest areas of investment for landowners. But newcomers to this sector of renewable energy should make sure they have all the facts before jumping in.