Ashfords run a series of seminars and articles for anyone involved in the world of real estate development who would like to learn more about the legal process behind the deals.
The seminars are led and organised by our team of residential development solicitors, providing an opportunity to share knowledge and build lasting connections in an informal and friendly environment.
Here are a list of future seminars for Junior Land Buyers, please let us know if you would like to receive notification of these events.
Ashfords would be delighted if you would join us for our second Junior Landbuyers’ Webinar.
Find out moreThe force (majeure) may not be with you – Covid-19 drafting in development agreements
COVID-19 has dominated all aspects of our lives for the past year, with the drafting and interpretation of legal contracts being no exception. In this article, we explore key points to consider when negotiating development agreements in a post-pandemic landscape.
Find out moreConditional Contracts v Options
When acquiring land for development, developers are unlikely to want to buy a piece of land straight from the landowner. There's a risk that they won't be able to obtain suitable planning permission or there might be third party occupiers that are difficult to remove. No developer wants to be stuck with an unprofitable site.
Find out moreInvestigating Title: Rights and Restrictions
Investigating a property’s title is vital for a land buyer. Areas of land forming part of a proposed development may be subject to a number of third party rights, covenants or restrictions on use. These could prevent you purchasing a site or there might be items which you would need to take into account in planning your development.
Find out moreWater, water everywhere and not a drop to drain (without the requisite rights)
A recent case has highlighted why it’s important for developers to properly think out their drainage strategies from day one, and not to make assumptions about the rights the land benefits from, whether riparian or coming about through long use.
Find out moreInvestigating Title: Property Ownership and Boundaries
Investigating a property’s title is vital for any land buyer. Areas of land forming part of a proposed development may be subject to a number of third party rights, covenants, restrictions on use or a part may have already entered into a contract to buy it.
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