Inherent Defects – the pitfall for Tenants
This week, it has been reported in the press that construction giant Carillion declared insolvency , possibly putting in the region of 20,000 employees out of work and owing up to 30,000 firms nearly £1.5 billion. Carillion’s work has been linked to HS2...
Dilapidations in Commercial Property
Dilapidations are breaches of lease covenants that relate to the condition of a property during the term of the tenancy or when the lease ends. If the property has any ‘dilapidations’, the tenant should correct these or pay for these to be corrected....
Another Successful Property Coffee Morning
This morning Cook & Co hosted the third and most successful, coffee morning yet. Nearly 25 people attended and we were delighted to welcome so many local property developers, agents and clients, all who play a pivotal role in the local Bristol...
Autumn Budget – SDLT – Good News for First Time Buyers?
Yesterday’s Autumn Budget saw the most anticipated change come into fruition – abolition of Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) for first time buyers. The change has been with immediate effect and has already split critics.
Two new Solicitors join the Cook & Co Team
We are pleased to welcome two new Consultant Solicitors to the Cook & Co Team.