My partner and I are in the process of purchasing our first home together. We have had our offer accepted and mortgage in place, however we have a problem regarding the deeds. The house is part of a...
i have recently accuried a brooch bought from the goldsmiths and silversmiths at 112 regent street, london. would anyone be able to help me identify the brooch or tell me what it represents? i have...
I'm starting to learn some Arabic and have just about got to grips with the basic letter forms. However, there are a large number of ligatures - combinations of 2 or more letters which are represented...
Has anyone had the experience of changing their broadband provider please? I've been with Wanadoo (Orange) for about 18 months, so the initial 12 months contract period is well past. I'm hoping it's a...
Three more seasonal do's:- (1) The Jorvik Viking Festival at York 14 - 18 February. Will you go? (2) Shrove Tuesday 20 February. Shrove = Shrive = Confess. What will you confess? (3) March 11 the...
Hi! Have been doing private flat and house refurbishments for quite a while now and have now been offered a commercial job, refurbishing a large office, including painting and decorating, basic...
For the last year I have had to put up with a low thudding noise from a pile driver. I'm unsure who is responsible for the pile driving, however it maybe a large company down the road or a House...
Hi, I am planning a new build and am considering modern underfoor heating. Can you advise please on pros and cons. For example is it easier(cheaper) to install than traditional radiator systems and...
Can anyone tell me what the rules are on stamp duty adding a partner onto the mortgage. Is it right that you are liable for stamp duty on 50% of the original purchase price and if so does that mean no...
My mother in laws husband recently passed away, The title deeds of the property are in my mother in Laws name, however in the will the husband stated my mother in law can stay in the house in the...
I have to convert my loft into a room to accommodate my parents as one is ill. I have found out that my estranged husband has put on a caution on 'my' property - I bought the house in order to escape...
Dozens of maternity units could be shut down in a health service shake-up. It could mean women in labour will have to travel further to have their babies. When a woman is in labour having to travel...
I'm nearly at the exchange of contracts stage selling my flat and buying a house. However there is now an issue with the lease that my buyers solicitor flagged up. Something to do with us supposedly...
who would i have to contact to complain about a solicitors lack of action on my case, he continues to drag my case out week after week..... can anyone help? thank u in advance