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⚠️ Being a trustee comes with legal responsibility – even if you’re not hands-on. All trustees are jointly liable for Trust Registration Service compliance. Read what you need to know before HMRC comes calling. aandco.co.uk/latest-from-us…

📑 Most trusts now need to be registered with HMRC – even if no tax is due. Getting it wrong can lead to compliance issues for trustees. Find out what you need to know in our client guide. aandco.co.uk/latest-from-us…

💷 Service charges and ground rent can cost thousands over time. Some leases include clauses that increase fees every few years. Our guide explains the common leasehold traps to avoid. aandco.co.uk/latest-from-us…

📅 From May 2026, landlords will need a specific legal reason to evict a tenant. Section 21 "no-fault" notices are being abolished. See what's changing for renters and landlords on our blog. aandco.co.uk/latest-from-us…

📢 The rental market is changing from tomorrow. The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 is reshaping how renting works across England. For renters and landlords, these changes matter. Stay informed and read more on our blog. aandco.co.uk/latest-from-us…

🚨 Common law marriage is a myth that leaves people vulnerable. Over 3.6 million UK couples are cohabiting without legal protection. No spousal maintenance. No pension sharing. No automatic next of kin status. Read your actual rights on our blog. aandco.co.uk/latest-from-us…

⏳ Inheritance Tax must be paid within 6 months of death. Late payment means interest — and added pressure for executors. Find out what executors need to know in our blog. aandco.co.uk/latest-from-us…

💥 Big shifts are coming to the rental market. The government is will introduce major reforms at the start of May 2026, and they could affect every tenancy. When renting, this isn’t one to ignore. Get ahead of the changes on our blog. aandco.co.uk/latest-from-us…

⚠️ If your ex refuses to pay school fees despite a court order, they can be found in contempt of court. Consequences can range from fines to imprisonment. Read what steps you can take on our blog. aandco.co.uk/latest-from-us…

👧 If children are involved, the court may decide the parent they spend the most time with keeps the home. Stability for your child is a key factor in how property is divided during a divorce. Read how the court decides on our blog. aandco.co.uk/latest-from-us…

🏡 The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 means the end of “no-fault” evictions. Tenants will gain stronger protection against being asked to leave without a valid reason. Find out what this means for landlords and tenants on our blog. aandco.co.uk/latest-from-us…

👨‍👩‍👧 You can appoint more than one attorney – and choose how they act. Joint or jointly and severally? The right setup can prevent disputes later. Find out how it works on our blog. aandco.co.uk/latest-from-us…

📚 If your child is already in private school, the court is far more likely to order your ex to keep paying. Pulling a child out mid-education during a divorce can be seen as disruptive to their wellbeing. Learn where you stand on our blog. aandco.co.uk/latest-from-us…

🚫 Want to stop an unsafe parent from seeing your child? You'll need a prohibited steps order or a child arrangements order that limits contact, backed by evidence like police reports or social services records. Find out how to apply on our blog. aandco.co.uk/latest-from-us…

⚠️ Bought a new house before your financial order is finalised? Your ex could still have a claim on it. A consent order with a clean break clause is the best way to prevent future financial claims after divorce. Find out more on our blog. aandco.co.uk/latest-from-us…

👨‍👩‍👧 Worried about children inheriting too young or the wrong person benefitting? A trust lets you set clear rules around who benefits, when, and how. Read our plain-English guide to trusts. aandco.co.uk/latest-from-us…

🏠 If the house is only in your partner's name, you have no automatic claim to it. Even if you've paid the mortgage or bills for years, the law doesn't recognise that without the right legal documents. Find out what steps to take on our blog. aandco.co.uk/latest-from-us…

🎓 Child maintenance through the CMS doesn't cover private school fees. If you want your ex to contribute, you'll need a separate agreement, and without a consent order, it won't be legally enforceable. Find out more on our blog. aandco.co.uk/latest-from-us…

🏠 Selling isn't your only option when it comes to the house in a divorce. A buy-out, a Mesher order, or keeping the home while adjusting other assets are all possibilities the court can consider. Learn about your options on our blog. aandco.co.uk/latest-from-us…

⏰ Missed a Trust Registration deadline? It could lead to penalties. Trustees must register and update details within strict timeframes. Learn what’s required in 2026 in our latest guide. aandco.co.uk/latest-from-us…