Partner Jacqueline Marsland and Solicitor Nicola Jones attended the First Time Buyers Fair at Glyndwr University on 18th April 2009.  The fair was to provide people with information about the legal process, mortgages, negotiating prices and affordable housing schemes.  The event was well attended and feedback indicates it was also helpful.  Any questions about the legal processs of buying a house can be sent to Nicola at nj@hpblaw.co.uk

Thank you everyone for their support on Saturday.  We hope that people found the day informative.  The winner of the bottle of Champagne was Amy Davies.

Remember you can contact us for more information and we also provide a free half hour.  Please contact Jacqui Marsland or Nicola Jones

The Court of Appeal has made it very clear that the  fluctuations in the value of assets we are seeing at the moment are not a reason for a previous court order to be varied.  For example the value of the former matrimonial home may have dropped since an order was made and the lump sum due to be paid to the person leaving was based on the original higher valuation.  No matter how dramatic the fall in value the Courts have said these Orders will not be overturned.

As from 6th April it will not be possible to put your property on the market for sale without the initial elements of the Home Information Pack.  This is the end to the concession whereby you could market your property on the basis your HIP was ordered but not yet received.  We at Hopley Pierce & Bird can help you comply with the regulations by ensuring your HIP is available as quickly as possible.  Please contact us for more information.