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Caroline DeLaney

Early notice risk

7 September 01

A recent ruling by the Court of Appeal throws some helpful light on the function of deposits in land contracts and on the hazards of parties prematurely serving notices to quit

Heading for a fall

22 June 01

It is not the small print to watch out for in lawyers' letters, it is the big stuff. The words in the heading at the top of the page are spelt out in large, bold, black type – but that does not necessarily make their meaning any clearer

Q&A

23 March 01

An agent is claiming commission from you for a property you purchased. You recall receiving an unsolicited letter from the agent but did not make contact. You used your usual agent and have already paid them commission. Are you liable? Anyone in the property industry is aware of the difficulties…