Thorne Segar Solicitors

23/12/2021

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05/11/2020

Lockdown 2 Conveyancing - Can you still move?

The second Coronavirus lockdown begins today (Thursday 5th November 2020). Can you still buy a new home? What about renting?

Unlike the first lockdown it is hoped that estate agents, removals firms, letting agents and solicitors will keep operating throughout the lockdown.

Naturally everyone involved will have to make sure they follow covid-safe guidelines, but apart from that, you can move house as before.

The government’s housing secretary, Robert Jenrick, tweeted on Sunday evening with a housing market update saying:

- Renters and homeowners will be able to move
- Removal firms and estate agents can operate
- Construction sites can and should continue
- Tradespeople will still be able to enter homes
- But all must follow the Covid safety guidelines

In the Minehead and West Somerset area the property market has continued to be buoyant with buyers interested in moving to rural and coastal areas.

30/06/2020

Rising tide for West Somerset property market?

On the 21st May the government amended the coronavirus (COVID-19) regulations in May to make clear that people who wish to move home can do so.

Many clients were keen to resurrect their property transactions that had been put on hold during lockdown. The paused transactions and pent up demand has created a flurry of activity in our busy conveyancing department.

The new guidance on moving home introduced by the government provided important public health information to ensure that moving home and key activities around this, such as viewing property, can happen safely. Since 21st May, you can:

Market your home;
View properties you are interested in subject to control measures put in place by the estate agent (most agents offer virtual viewings to minimise public health risks);
Make or accept offers as normal;
Instruct surveyors to carry out surveys; and
Exchange contracts and agree to move.

The Law Society has published comprehensive guidance for members of the public in respect of house moves. For further information, please click on the link below.

https://www.lawsociety.org.uk/for-the-public/using-a-Solicitor/documents/consumer-coronavirus-guidance-on-safe-home-moving-may-2020

Commercial property - ups & downs...

The sale of non-residential property continues as normal. We also understand that business owners who rent or let out commercial properties may be experiencing difficulties at this time. If you have any commercial property queries then do not hesitate to get in touch.

21/05/2020

Ready, Willing & Able. We've prepared our offices so you can visit us safely, whatever your legal requirement.

20/05/2020

New Mobile Will Signing Unit Launched!
We'll come to you to witness your Will or LPA while social distancing. Garden, garage, patio, driveway - no problem - Liam's ready for anything!

24/04/2020

Adapting to working at home... No problem with our furry friends!

15/04/2020

Making a Will during the Coronavirus disruption? Check our FAQ's....

Latest Wills FAQ’s – How can you get your Will witnessed? by Rebecca Padgett | Apr 14, 2020 I want to make a new Will/amend my existing Will, can you still help me? Yes of course. Instead of a meeting at our office, we will book you an appointment for a telephone call or a video conference. Plea...

14/04/2020

Lasting Powers of Attorney during the Coronavirus disruption?

LPAs: Lasting Power of Attorney – Coronavirus FAQ’s by Rebecca Padgett | Apr 14, 2020 Lasting Power of Attorney – Coronavirus FAQ’s How would a Lasting Power of Attorney be useful during the Coronavirus disruption? There are two types of Lasting Power of Attorney and both are particularly re...

09/04/2020

Buying or selling a property during Coronavis disruption? Check out or FAQ's here.

Coronavirus has disrupted property transactions. Our conveyancing department has compiled a list of FAQ's. Find out how your house sale is affected.