Residential Property News & Updates

Moth Lessons When Selling a High Value Property

There is no legal definition of a ‘high value’ property. For insurance purposes, a rebuild cost of £500,000 or over is considered high value, but media coverage of the new council tax surcharge, for homes worth £2 million or more, highlighted how such properties come in all shapes and sizes.

Sills & Betteridge Solicitors Mark Milestone Year in Gainsborough!

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31 Mar 2026
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2026 marks a landmark year for the firm as we celebrate 15 years serving the local community, since first opening our offices at The Pattern Store at the rear of Marshall's Yard.

Commonhold Explained | What the 2026 Reforms Mean for Homeowners and Developers

On 27 January 2026, the Government published a draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill. If passed, it will significantly reform the UK’s leasehold system, removing issues such as escalating ground rent and expiring leases. The intention is for commonhold to become the preferred way of registering new-build flats.

Buying a Property With an Unadopted Road

Being able to drive straight onto the highway is something most homeowners take for granted, but for those relying on an unadopted road things can be less straightforward. ‘There are an estimated 40,000 unadopted roads in England and Wales,’ explains Karen French, a Partner in the Residential Property team with Sills & Betteridge. ‘Private or unadopted roads can involve additional issues and expense. So, if you are buying a property, it is important to be clear about the access arrangements.’

Registering Your Property at HM Land Registry

HM Land Registry are responsible for managing the national register of land and since 1 December 1990 it has been compulsory to register land when certain events take place, including a change of ownership. There are lots of properties where these events still have not taken place over the last 30 or so years and, in fact, in 2019 14% of properties in England and Wales remained unregistered.

Selling Your Property to an Overseas Buyer

With most properties marketed online, they are visible to a global market and you may find that your property is of interest to someone who lives overseas. Whether they are planning to relocate or purchasing as an investment (perhaps through a company), you may have some additional questions and concerns if you receive an offer from someone in another country.