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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.
- How do you deal with fixtures and fittings when you move house?
It is important to ensure that fixtures and fittings are dealt with carefully when you move house to avoid misunderstandings and disputes. We look at the definition of each and how to ensure both parties know what will be going and what will be staying. - Buying a Buy-to-Let Property in London: The Legal Checks Every Property Investor Should Make Before Exchanging Contracts
Buying a buy-to-let property in London requires more than securing finance. Discover the key legal checks every property investor should complete before exchanging contracts to minimise risk, protect profitability, and invest with confidence. - The Renters’ Rights Act Explained: What Landlords and Property Investors Need to Know in 2026
The Renters’ Rights Act Explained: What Landlords and Property Investors Need to Know in 2026 The Renters’ Rights Act is set to reshape the private rental sector in 2026, introducing significant changes that every landlord and property investor should understand. While the legislation is designed to strengthen tenant protections, it also creates new responsibilities and… Read more: The Renters’ Rights Act Explained: What Landlords and Property Investors Need to Know in 2026 - How to help your child buy a property
With the Bank of Mum and Dad continuing to be a major lender for first time buyers, we take a look at the options if you want to help your child onto the property ladder and some of the points to be wary of. - What to check during a second property viewing
While a first property viewing can be when you fall in love with your new home, your second viewing should be a long hard look at its condition and situation. We set out our top tips for making the most of a second visit, to avoid any nasty surprises later on.