We most commonly see the transfer of a site from a parent to a child, in a rural context. Typically, this is done “voluntarily” .i.e. no money or consideration is paid by the child to the parent. The site is transferred in return for “natural love and affection” the child bears for the parent. While, […]
Here we will answer a few frequently asked questions on deed polls and name changes. 1. I would like to change my name; can I do this? Yes. In Ireland, you have two options by which you can do this. The first and more informal method is through “common usage” i.e. where you simply […]
A written statement about the type and extent of medical or surgical treatment you want in the future, on the assumption that you will not be able to make that decision at the relevant time. The Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015 provides a legal framework for Advanced Healthcare Directives in Ireland, but has not yet […]
As is the answer to many legal questions, that depends! It depends on the type and the extent (amount) of property/assets they owned. As a rule of thumb, the greater the value/amount of assets owned, the higher the likelihood of the need to extract a foreign Grant. In order to have these assets released to […]
Buying or selling a property is a complex legal transaction. However, in order to simplify matters, we have broken down the process into 10 broad steps, outlining each of the various steps, the parties involved, their roles and responsibilities, and the sequence of events. For a downloadable PDF copy of the sales process please add […]
For most, buying or selling a house is something the majority of people will only do a handful of times, if that, during their lives. In the legal world, we refer to the process of buying or selling houses as conveyancing. The conveyancing process may sometimes appear complicated and shrouded in mystery. However, it need […]
Peter O’Connor & Sons were happy to share their expertise at Liberty Blue Estate Agents’ event. Paul Murran shared how important it is to speak to your solicitor before selling your property. Watch this video for more information and tips.
For most, buying or selling a house is something the majority of people will only do a handful of times, if that, during their lives. In the legal world, we refer to the process of buying or selling houses as conveyancing. The conveyancing process may sometimes appear complicated and shrouded in mystery. However, it need […]
Before closing the purchase of a second-hand property, arrange a viewing or “walk through” of the property. This ensures all items that are to be removed are and all items to remain are still in the property. If things are not as agreed then your Solicitor may choose to postpone closing the sale until matters […]
Buying a property can be exciting as well as a challenge, especially when done for the first time. There might be some aspects which you don’t know, like hidden costs which could be daunting. We have put together a list of practical advice for the first-time buyers. Here’s how to ensure your purchasing experience is […]
