High street rental auctions: what it means for landlords

• Posted2026-04-21 10:00
• AuthorHarjie Bindra

Now that at least one local authority begun to pilot compulsory high street rental auctions under radical reforms, commercial landlords need to understand the circumstances in which their properties could be within scope.

A long-established Midlands catering firm has been successfully acquired as part of a management buyout, completed with expert advice from specialist lawyers at mfg Solicitors. The law firm acted on behalf of Dave and Clare Cowin in the purchase of...

Renters' Rights Act: why process and paperwork matter more than ever for landlords

• Posted2026-04-16 09:55
• AuthorClaire Liddy

The Renters’ Rights Act has now passed into law. Most of the new measures will take effect in May 2026, with a national landlord database to follow later in the year.

Buying Agricultural Land: What Checks Should You Make?

• Posted2026-04-15 10:00
• AuthorLauren Collins

Whether you are a farmer looking to expand an existing holding or someone considering agricultural land as an investment or lifestyle purchase, buying rural land is rarely straightforward.

Understanding the Roles of Executors and Trustees

• Posted2026-04-14 10:21
• AuthorLauren Williams

When someone makes a will, they place a great deal of trust in the people they appoint to carry out their wishes. Two of the most important roles in this process are those of executor and trustee.

Law firm mfg Solicitors has bolstered its commercial litigation department with the appointment of a new senior associate. Commercial and civil litigation specialist Ian Sheppard has joined the firm’s Birmingham office, working closely with partner...

Inheritance Act Claims and Letters of Wishes: Managing Risk in Estate Planning

• Posted2026-04-09 10:37
• AuthorMary McAneny

One practical way to reduce the risk of disputes is to use a well-thought-out Letter of Wishes. This article explains how the 1975 Act works, who can bring a claim, and how Letters of Wishes can help provide clarity and context after death.

Should I factor in the Building Safety Levy?

• Posted2026-04-08 10:03
• AuthorPhil Hutsby-Hunt

Among several key forthcoming developments in commercial property is the Building Safety Levy, applicable to new building control applications from October this year.