Iceberg illustration showing hidden invoices and fee demands beneath a £0 price tag, symbolising hidden costs in 'no win, no fee' agreements.

If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you’ve just discovered something your seller didn’t tell you, and you’re understandably angry about it. It’s one of the most common questions we’re asked in property misrepresentation claims: can we take on the case on a ‘no win, no fee’ basis? The honest answer is that ‘no […]

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Cunningtons' Wills & Probate Team Covers Manningtree, Harwich and Dovercourt

Cunningtons LLP’s Wills and Probate team regularly helps clients across Manningtree, Harwich, Dovercourt and the villages in between – and there’s a good reason for that. We Know the Area Several key members of our Wills and Probate team live and work locally. That means when you come to us for advice on making a […]

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A person at home in England viewing a digital property listing on a tablet, illustrating the move towards digital conveyancing under the 2026 homebuying reforms.

The 2026 homebuying reforms explained: sales packs, binding contracts and digital conveyancing. See what they mean for your move, and get a quote in 24 hours.

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Map of Chelmsford showing key areas for first-time buyers, with local landmarks

The city of Chelmsford is a popular location for first-time buyers in the East of England – and it’s not hard to see why. Fast trains to Liverpool Street, a genuine city feel, excellent schools, plenty of green space, and a property market that still offers real value compared to London make it a compelling […]

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Dying Matters Awareness Week 2026

Dying Matters Awareness Week, led by Hospice UK, runs from 4th to 10th May 2026 and encourages individuals, families and communities to have more open and honest conversations about death, dying and bereavement. This year’s theme is Let’s Talk About Death and Dying – and it’s a conversation well worth having. For many of us, […]

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A desk strewn with social media logos next to a notepad reading 'Make Will – list assets, collect passwords, talk to solicitor' — illustrating the importance of including digital assets in your Will

Your social media, email and online accounts don’t just disappear when you die – but without proper planning, your loved ones may find themselves locked out. Find out how to include your digital assets in your Will.

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Farleigh Hospice annual Make A Will campaign runs again in 2026

Cunningtons is proud to be a long-standing supporter of Farleigh Hospice’s Make a Will charity campaign, and 2025 proved to be our most successful year yet! We were delighted to receive this letter of thanks from Michelle Martin at the hospice earlier this year: For over 42 years, Farleigh Hospice has been providing care and […]

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Contract and keys on the table: Rental Rights Act

The Renters Rights Act received Royal Assent on 27 October 2025, marking the biggest change to residential tenancy law since 1989. If you’re a landlord or tenant in England, this legislation will significantly affect your rights and responsibilities. We’ve been following the development of this legislation closely – you can read our earlier analysis of […]

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Braintree conveyancing review

Cunningtons recently received wonderful feedback from a client who worked with our Braintree conveyancing team. Their review highlights what we believe makes the difference between a satisfactory property transaction and an exceptional one. Here’s what they experienced, and what you can expect when you choose Cunningtons for your conveyancing needs. 5-Star Conveyancing Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What […]

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You should regularly audit key documents: Will, LPAs etc

With the new year just around the corner, many of us turn our attention to healthy lifestyle resolutions and new fitness goals. But it’s also the perfect time to review and update our legal affairs too. With the new year just around the corner, many of us turn our attention to healthy lifestyle resolutions and […]

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Quality conveyancing costs: small percentage of price of your home

Wondering why quality conveyancing costs more? We explain the real cost of choosing cheap solicitors, what you’re actually paying for, and reviews from our clients who say they’d pay our fees again without hesitation.

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Stay scam-safe at Christmas: shopping trolley with festive parcels

The festive season is a key time for scammers to take advantage of the season of goodwill. Keep yourself and your loved ones safe with these tools.

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