Statistics from the NHS show that more than 850,000 people in the UK suffer from dementia. This is broken down as being 1 in 14 people over the age of 65 and as many as 1 in 6 over the age of 80.,[i] but did you ever stop to think what would happen if you
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Half of Brits have not made a Will
According to a study conducted by Will Aid in 2017 a staggering 51% of British adults confirmed that they had not prepared a Will.[i] Previous reasons for not preparing a Will as recorded by Will Aid are as follows:[ii] Haven’t got around to it Nothing of value to be inherited Too young to make a
National Apprenticeship Week 6th – 12th February
To celebrate and promote National Apprenticeship Week we want to highlight the success MKB has had in recruiting apprentices into our firm and how that has created careers in the legal industry for the hard-working individuals that have joined us, as well as benefitting our firm by establishing our next generation of talent. Here at
House prices, interest rates, and the state of the housing market
The Housing Market is drawing a lot of media attention in particular relating to house prices, interest rates, and the state of the housing market in general. Our Residential Conveyancing Department offer their thoughts and observations on how this may impact you personally. Recent statistics predict that there are as many as 2 million fixed
House prices are on the rise again according to recent Rightmove press release
Despite the recent slowdown in the property market, average house prices in the UK have risen by an average of just over £3000.00 in January according to Rightmove. Mark Clegg in our Residential Property Team assesses the article:- “This is great news for sellers and shows the downward trend through November and December could well
New Year – New Home??? – 20% discount on legal fees
Our Residential Property Team are offering 20% off their usual legal fees for the whole of January. We are upfront with our fees and we do not charge add-ons. If you would like a no obligation quote, why not get in contact with us on 01226 210000 or use our contact us form on the
Is the Property Market fading as expected?
Our Residential Property Team assess the recent article by the BBC that reportedly states that buyer habits are returning back to how they were pre-pandemic led. Due to the cost of living and mortgage rate rises, rural properties which were much sought after during the pandemic are reportedly no longer in demand. The trend could
Thank You Residential Team
Mark & Laura in our Residential Property Department received gifts and cards from 2 grateful clients with thanks for the excellent service they provided. One client commented that their service was “above and beyond” their expectations. Our firm prides ourselves on giving excellent client service and it’s great to get feedback showing this in practice. If
Be a Santa
We will be supporting Home Instead this year with their “Be A Santa” scheme. The scheme will be taking place from 3 November 2022 until 30 November 2022. We have placed a gift box in our reception where gifts can be left, they will then be collected, wrapped and gifted to mentioned charities below. If