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It was good news for first-time buyers, struggling to save up the average £26,500 needed for a deposit, in the recent Budget.

British design house Robert Welch eschews the traditional approach to boning knife manufacture by introducing an Eastern-influenced flexible boning knife.

There is little doubt that parts of our region are experiencing something of a boom in property prices, even if those surges are confined to so-called ‘property hotspots.’

Robert Welch adds a 30cm Ham Slicer to its extremely successful Signature Knife Range. 4 years after the initial launch of the range customer demand, especially form chefs, has seen the introduction of several new knives.

The problems caused by the torrential rain last week were a major source of frustration, and disruption to many. The extreme weather caused flooding, which even saw a block of townhouses in Newburn, Newcastle, partially fall apart at the foundations.

By Martin Willaimson, Head of Residential Property, Latimer Hinks Solicitors I have commented previously on the plight of first-time buyers in particular those locked out of the housing market. I have also presented several solutions to this issue.

Latimer Hinks is urging anyone thinking about making a will to be clearer about their intentions to avoid ill will in the future.

Homebuyers wanting to get a first foot on the housing ladder and those looking to progress in the property market can benefit from measures announced in the Budget that have started this month.

We all want the best for our children, so much so that it is becoming increasingly common for families to completely uproot themselves and to relocate to a catchment area of a better performing school.

It was good news for first-time buyers, struggling to save up the average £26,500 needed for a deposit, in the recent Budget.

You don’t have to cast your mind back that far to the property boom times, just over five years ago, to remember when the property market looked very different.

Perhaps one of the most surprising developments to come out of recent research into the state of the housing market has been the sharp rise in the number of recent retirees looking for short-term accommodation.

The growing number of empty homes has led to social issues that look set to stay with us for some time.

Anne Elliott, agricultural law specialist at Latimer Hinks Solicitors explains why succession planning for farming businesses is so important.

Latimer Hinks, one of the North East’s leading law firms, is urging businesses to use the New Year as an opportunity to tidy up their employment contracts to avoid common personnel-related legal pitfalls in 2013.

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Latimer Hinks, is warning that a recent case at the Court of Appeal should highlight to commercial property owners and tenants that they keep up to date with their insurance obligations.

British design house Robert Welch eschews the traditional approach to boning knife manufacture by introducing an Eastern-influenced flexible boning knife.

There is little doubt that parts of our region are experiencing something of a boom in property prices, even if those surges are confined to so-called ‘property hotspots.’

There are many schemes available to first time buyers. These include the FirstBuy scheme, which allows people to take out a mortgage for 75 per cent of the cost of the property.

Robert Welch adds a 30cm Ham Slicer to its extremely successful Signature Knife Range. 4 years after the initial launch of the range customer demand, especially form chefs, has seen the introduction of several new knives.

Traditionally, anyone nearing retirement would have felt safe in the knowledge that they had a comfortable pension fund and, if they were able to put some additional funds aside, a nice little nest egg. Nowadays, pension funds are being squeezed.

The future looks bleak for older borrowers looking to make that first move on to the property ladder. This follows the announcement by The Financial Services Authority (FSA) of a crackdown on the availability of mortgages for those in their fifties.

Last week, the UK’s third biggest mortgage-lender Nationwide sounded the death knell for interest-only mortgages. From this week, it would no longer offer interest-only deals to new customers.

The problems caused by the torrential rain last week were a major source of frustration, and disruption to many. The extreme weather caused flooding, which even saw a block of townhouses in Newburn, Newcastle, partially fall apart at the foundations.

Grimy kitchen units, dirty dishes stagnating in the sink, and less than spotless bathrooms have been highlighted as the biggest buyer turn-offs, according to a recent survey by Rightmove.

Latimer Hinks, one of County Durham’s longest established law firms, is celebrating its senior members being cited in the world’s largest independent legal referral guide.

By Martin Williamson, Head of Residential Property, Latimer Hinks Solicitors. As mentioned in previous columns, many young people are finding themselves priced out of today's property market, unable to provide the deposit that lenders require.

It is no surprise that the farming community is becoming more and more attuned to the attractions of diversification.

Latimer Hinks is urging anyone who has been personally responsible for payment of care home fees to seek advice well in advance of a 30 September 2012 deadline – as they may be entitled to a refund of care fees.

Latimer Hinks, one of the North East’s leading law firms, has raised £9,500 for a wide range of local charities.

By Martin Willaimson, Head of Residential Property, Latimer Hinks Solicitors I have commented previously on the plight of first-time buyers in particular those locked out of the housing market. I have also presented several solutions to this issue.

In years gone by, children would go to university and, most likely, stay away when they found a career and started their own families.

Disclosure Responsibilities - This advice will hopefully ensure that vendors do not fall foul of the law, which can happen all too often, usually due to lack of knowledge of those very responsibilities - Martin Williamson

I’m going to offer some top tips on the things you need to be aware of when selling your home, which are particularly relevant in today’s challenging property market - Marin Williamson, Head of Residential Property at Latimer Hinks Solicitors

The benefits of registering land are numerous. Not only does registration give the owner peace of mind in knowing that their claim on land they own is legally protected, it also safeguards against ‘adverse possession’ - what is known as squatting

FirstBuy allows people to take out a mortgage for just 75 per cent of the cost of the property, provided they can stump up a five per cent deposit.

While the rental market is increasingly buoyant, according to new research, the latest statistics also show that the cost of home ownership is far less over a person's lifetime than renting a house.

Once viewed as the preserve of the wealthy, building your own home is now a feasible and, very often, much more affordable means of owning a home.

Martin Williamson, Head of Residential Property, Latimer Hinks Solicitors - As I’ve highlighted during the past several weeks, many first-time buyers are experiencing difficulties getting on to the housing ladder in the current economic climate.

The UK will experience a sharp widening in the North-South house price divide during the remainder of 2012, as increases in the value of London properties continue to outpace the rest of the country.

Latimer Hinks Solicitors, a leading North East law firm, has helped one of the area’s best known businesses to take a major step forward.

When asked what myths surround employment law, one stands out above all others: You can’t sack anybody these days!

Latimer Hinks has raised £8,500 for local charities at its 2012 Charity Ball. Held at Wynyard Hall, the ball has generated vital funds for The Soldiers’ Charity, St Teresa’s Hospice, Grace House Hospice and a variety of smaller local charities.

Latimer Hinks, has appointed two new Partners from within its Private Client team.

Latimer Hinks solicitors, one of Darlington and County Durham’s longest established law firms, has celebrated the retirement of its longest serving member of staff.

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Latimer Hinks Solicitors and Recognition Marketing and PR have signed up as key sponsors of a special preview event ahead of the exciting second Lumiere festival.

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Daniel Williams, 29, turned to law relatively late and has switched life as a mortgage broker with a large corporation in the City for a career in law with Latimer Hinks.

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Latimer Hinks Solicitors are supporting their young solicitors who are hosting a charity ball with a difference – where guests must dress as a bride or groom!

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Latimer Hinks Solicitors, one of Darlington and County Durham’s longest established law firms has boosted its Commercial Property Department with the addition of a new lawyer.

North East Businesses are being urged by Latimer Hinks Law Solicitors to be aware of slow paying customers as they may push them in to debt. Businesses in debt should seek expert debt recovery and insolvency advice.

A North East Farmer is looking to expand his wind farm after expert legal advice from Latimer Hinks solicitors. The Darlington based law firm has helped him overcome initial concerns as he aims to make more money from adding a new wind turbine.