Which Clauses in a Lease Agreement Ensure Maximum Protection of the Parties' Rights?

17th February 2023 - Category: Housing and Property

A Lease Agreement is a an agreement entered into between two parties where one (the Landlord) intends to let out their property for a period of time and the second party (the Tenant) wishes to live in or possess the property for that period of time. The Lease Agreement sets out the terms on which the property will be let out to the Tenant so that there is clarity and all matters can be governed by the agreement in the event that there is a disagreement or in the extreme case, a need for legal action arising from a breach. [...]

The Differences between Commercial and Residential Leases in England and Wales

31st August 2021 - Category: Housing and Property

This guide provides an outline of the key features of residential leases and commercial leases in England and Wales. This guide uses some terms which are relevant to the possession, ownership and rights relating to land in England and Wales. [...]

Types of Residential Lease in the UK

19th June 2021 - Category: Housing and Property

Residential leases are an important and staple part of the property market in the UK. Almost 20% of all homes in the UK are privately rented and this means that there is a significant demand and reliance upon landlords issuing their tenants with the correct legal documents in order to protect the rights of both parties during the term of any lease and to protect the property itself. [...]