Category Archives: Property

If you are a tenant renting a commercial property for your business, it is vital to understand how your contract works to protect you and your landlord. Most commercial property leases are full repairing and insuring leases, which means you, as the tenant, become liable to keep the property in good repair and to keep it insured. Your lease is the contract that will protect you and your business in any difficult situations, and you should ensure that you engage a solicitor who is experienced in commercial property law to check the details of your lease. Primarily, your solicitor will…

When you’re buying a house for the first time, it can seem like a very complicated process and it can be easy to make mistakes. A good solicitor can help you through every stage of purchasing a property, but having an understanding of how the system works can help you to avoid disappointments and unnecessary delays. Here at Irwin, Kilcullen & Co Solicitors, we pride ourselves on helping to simplify the process of buying a house, working with you to ensure an easy transaction wherever possible. There are, however, many questions that can arise to present potential problems with your…

Whether you’re a tenant or a landlord, you’ll be familiar with the clause in your rental agreement that states that fair wear and tear is acceptable, but that a deposit may be forfeited for damage. This is an important clause that can have large financial implications, so it’s important to be clear that you understand what it means. Here at Irwin, Kilcullen & Co Solicitors, we specialize in property lawand we will be happy to help you to secure your interests in a rental property. Talk to us if you believe your landlord is acting unfairly towards you, or if…

If you’re looking into buying a property abroad, you will need to ensure that your purchase is handled by an experienced solicitor. Many people have been caught out by the legal complexities of buying property abroad, and you should realise that you may risk losing your money, your property, and your existing assets if you do not do your research properly. Here at Irwin, Kilcullen & Co Solicitors, we have deep experience in property law and can help you to explore the legal implications of buying a property abroad. Whether you’re buying as an investment, as a rental property, or…

You’ve found the home of your dreams, had an offer accepted and are ready to proceed and buy the house. Sound simple? It may feel frustrating after many months of searching for the house you want, but the hardest bit is yet to come, as you negotiate legal jargon and make your way through the tricky process of purchasing a new home. Having a good property solicitor to handle your purchase is absolutely vital in order to avoid problems arising, and you should be able to trust your solicitor to take care of all the difficult details for you. It…

When you’re buying a new home, it is vital to ensure that you are not putting yourself at risk of flooding. It isn’t always obvious if a house is in a flood risk area, especially since many new housing estates have been built on flood plains, with new and untested flood defence measures built in. Flooding can cause a great deal of damage to a property and its contents, and if your home floods, you may find that this makes it extremely difficult to get insurance in the future, or to sell your home when you need to. It’s important…