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Welcome to the Ofili blog, a friendly space where you can find helpful legal insights, property updates, and practical guidance from Ofili The Property Lawyer. Here, we share articles on residential conveyancing, commercial property, corporate and commercial services, wills and probate, property surveys, and support for property investors, landlords, businesses, and individuals across the UK and internationally. Whether you are buying, selling, remortgaging, planning for the future, or growing your property portfolio, we are here to keep you informed with expert advice, company news, and useful information about our services every step of the way.
- New free online lease search tool available for leaseholders
If you own a leasehold flat or house, find out about the new lease checker tool which will tell you the length of your lease and give an estimate of how much it might cost to extend the lease term. - The legal aspects of taking in a lodger
If you are thinking of taking in a lodger, you need to take care not to create a tenancy agreement. We take a look at how to avoid this and the details you can put in a lodger agreement. - What documents do you need when you sell a property?
If you are selling a property you will need to provide a wide range of information to your buyer via your solicitors. Find out exactly what is required so that you can get a head start on your sale. - Remortgaging an Investment Property in South East England: When It Makes Sense and How the Legal Process Works
Thinking about remortgaging an investment property? Learn when remortgaging an investment property makes sense, what to expect during the legal process, and how to prepare for a successful remortgage. - Government announces reforms it states will simplify conveyancing
Find out the changes proposed by the government in an attempt to speed up conveyancing times.