North West House Prices Up 5%

North West House Prices Up 5%

Average house prices in the North West increased by 5% in the first quarter of 2017 according to Nationwide. The average price now stands at £152,142 compared to £206,665 nationally.

The benefits of a clean break settlement

The benefits of a clean break settlement

Clean break settlements (also known as Consent Orders) and Financial Orders are the two main methods for dealing with finances when a divorce happens.

National mininum wage increases 1st April

National mininum wage increases 1st April

From 1st April 2017 the following increases come into affect:

  • For workers who are aged 25 and over, from £7.20 to £7.50
  • For workers aged at least 21 but under 25 rises from £6.95 to £7.05 per hour
  • For workers who are aged at least 18 but under 21 rises from £5.55 to £5.60 per hour
  • For workers aged 16 or 17 rises from £4 to £4.05 per hour
  • The apprentice rate increases from £3.40 to £3.50 per hour
  • The accommodation offset increases from £6 to £6.40

For advice on employment law in Blackpool call 01253 629 300 or click here.

The real facts about divorce

The real facts about divorce

Divorce is a stressful time for everyone involved, from the divorcing parties to children and relatives.

What is the Residence Nil Rate Band and how can you use it?

What is the Residence Nil Rate Band and how can you use it?

The Residence Nil Rate Band (RNRB) is designed to reduce inheritance tax for a large number of families. The RNRB works in addition to the personal nil rate band and is intended to make it less costly to pass property down through the family.