You're going to have to fight for your right to light

• Posted2013-02-28 00:00
• AuthorHelen Porter

New plans designed to encourage large building projects and increase the amount of homes available on the market could leave Hampshire residents in the dark as the Government plans changes to rights to light, warns the Commercial Property Team from Hampshire based law firm Warner Goodman LLP.

Experts warn householders to take care over asset protection schemes against future care home contributions.  Following the long awaited announcement on the changes to residential care fee contributions, homeowners with higher value property are being drawn to routes to protect their assets, but experts are warning them to watch out for expensive schemes that will not work. 

Be prepared before buying a business

• Posted2013-02-14 00:00
• AuthorSteven Grant

Buying a business can be one of the most important decisions you make in your life, and there are many factors to consider before signing that final contract.  Here Steven Grant, Commercial Partner, covers the key questions you need to answer before committing to buying a business.

This week saw a milestone decision from Jeremy Hunt, the Health Secretary, when he announced changes to the funding arrangements for the elderly.  William Ware, Private Client Consultant, has welcomed the plans that will see pensioners with savings of up to £123,000 receive state support for their care costs, a rise from the previous amount of £23,250.

If you’re looking to set up your own business, it may be worth considering becoming a franchisee.  In the current economic climate, this may be a path worth exploring, explains Geoffrey Sturgess, a commercial lawyer at Hampshire based law firm Warner Goodman Commercial.