A little badge with a big meaning!
June 14, 2017
We are so proud of the fact that Walker Foster is now a Dementia Friend. We have attended a number of information sessions which has allowed us to learn more about what it’s like to live with Dementia and to...
Joint property ownership
June 12, 2017
When you are buying a property with one or more other people you will need to decide which legal ownership structure is best for you and your circumstances. Your decision will be set out formally in the Transfer Deed which...
The Macmillan Cancer Fashion Show
May 19, 2017
It was great night at the Macmillan Cancer Fashion Show at Kings Hall Ilkley on Thursday 18th May 2017. Thank you to Bright Wealth Management Ilkley for inviting us. Maxine Heppenstall our head of Private Client attended the event with...
How unreasonable does unreasonable behaviour have to be in a divorce petition?
May 19, 2017
In the case of Owens V Owens, Mrs Owens said that she has been left trapped in a “loveless and desperately unhappy” marriage after the court refused to grant her divorce from her husband of nearly 40 years. Mrs Owens...
Partners – Are you agreed? The value in a written partnership agreement
May 2, 2017
It would be great to rely on a handshake and know that nothing will ever go wrong but we all know that your business, you and your partners and the context in which you exist do not remain constant. Money,...
Changes in fees for Lasting Powers of Attorney
April 21, 2017
On April 1 2017 the fees for applying to register Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) were reduced from the current fee of £110.00 to £82.00. The Office of the Public Guardian says that it has been able to reduce the...
Top tips for buying a new build home
April 20, 2017
Buying a new build home can be a great option. Lots of people like the idea of buying something that is ‘brand new’ to them and so hasn’t been used before. There’s also the fact that redecoration, maintenance and repair...
We bid Farewell to Tom Swindells
April 19, 2017
On the 21st April 2017 Tom Swindells will be leaving Walker Foster to start a new life and career in New Zealand. Tom has been with the firm for almost 10 years, specialising in Business Sales and Purchases, Corporate, Commercial...
Top tips for first time buyers
April 18, 2017
There is no doubt that buying your first home can be one of the most exciting things you will ever do. Equally, as it is a huge financial commitment it can be very stressful and you can quickly become inundated...
Skipton Tennis coach picks up award!
January 19, 2017
Adam Cox, Head coach at Skipton Tennis Centre was recognised for his fantastic work in the community by being presented with the Sport and Recreation award at this years Craven Community Champions. Adam is involved with many Skipton and Craven...