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The Renters (Reform) Bill Controversy: Should Landlords be Concerned?

What the Government has called a “once-in-a-generation” transformation of housing laws, The Renters (Reform) Bill is intended to usher in a more equitable letting system for both tenants and landlords. Since its introduction to Parliament in May 2023, the legislative[…]

Written by Richard McCulloch

Published January 2, 2024

  • Legal
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Residential Property

The Building Safety Act

Introduced in light of the catastrophic events of the Grenfell Tower tragedy in June 2017, the Building Safety Act 2022 (the Act) contains a vast range of provisions designed to improve the safety of buildings. The Act is particularly significant[…]
  • Legal
  • Dispute Resolution

A roundup of 2023 charities and sponsorship

  A roundup of our 2023 charities and sponsorship At Buss Murton Law we are strong advocates for integrating into and supporting our local communities. Throughout our offices in Tunbridge Wells, Cranbrook and East Grinstead, our team takes pride in[…]
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Christmas Jumper Day

On the 7th of December, Buss Murton employees (and furry friend) took part in Christmas Jumper Day. All offices dug out their best Christmas jumper and Christmas accessories in order to raise money for Buss Murton’s charity of the year:[…]
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Welcome Richard McCulloch

Richard has recently joined the Tunbridge Wells office in November 2023. Richard is a brilliant addition to the Dispute Resolution department and Buss Murton. Before his transition to a career in Law, Richard has worked in marketing, business development and[…]
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New Year’s Resolutions

As we come to the end of 2023, many take the opportunity to reflect on the past year and look at setting resolutions for the new year. A brief history lesson Setting resolutions in a new year dates back to[…]
  • Legal
  • Private Client
  • Wills

Auctions, cheap as chips?

These days, selling and purchasing a property can feel like a challenging process and in some cases, vendors and purchasers look at other ways in which they can achieves their desired transactions. A method which has never been more popular[…]

Written by Gail Anthony

Published November 22, 2023

  • Legal
  • Residential Property

Residential Property FAQs

I am thinking of buying a retirement property. Are there any differences between these and other freehold or leasehold properties? Retirement properties often have the benefit of a manager on hand for any emergencies. There is also a social element[…]

Written by Kerry Carter

Published October 31, 2023

  • Legal
  • Residential Property

The importance of updating your Will

Your Will is one of the most important legal documents that you will create during your lifetime. However, it is a common oversight to not review and update your Will consistently, whether this be by an entirely new Will or[…]
  • Legal
  • Private Client
  • Wills

Welcome Katie Thompson

Katie joined Buss Murton in the Tunbridge Wells office in September 2023 as a trainee solicitor. Her first seat will be within the Employment and Dispute Resolution department. Graduating from Bournemouth University with a first class degree, Katie subsequently attended[…]
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Pensions on Divorce

With the economy as it is and rising costs generally, understandably, more and more couples are choosing to sort things out between themselves when they separate, rather than taking legal advice.  However, although the divorce process itself is now much[…]

Written by Margaret Sculpher

Published September 29, 2023

  • Legal
  • Family and Divorce

Welcome Sohret Haffenden

Sohret recently joined the Tunbridge Wells office in mid September 2023 and is a great addition to the Private Client department and the firm. Whilst not at work, Sohret spends time with her husband and children and loves to be[…]
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