I have had a shocking experience in the last 18 months or so with a residential tenant of mine. I had to bring him to the RTB (Residential Tenancies Board) twice and won the case on both occasions. But I still felt utterly powerless because I was still unable to get my property back with… Continue reading The powerlessness of residential landlords
Category: Law
Who killed Joe Deasy?
Joe Deasy, a 21 year old man who had returned to Mayo on his holidays as he did every year, was found dead on the side of the road on 12th August 2017. He had strong family connections to Mayo and was an ardent follower of Mayo GAA. He also returned to Mayo every year… Continue reading Who killed Joe Deasy?
The speed of prison terms for anti-immigrant criminality in the UK
One of the things that struck me about the recent anti-immigration riots in the United Kingdom has been the speed with which those involved in crimes have been arrested, brought before a court, and sentenced to terms of imprisonment. And they are now sitting in jail cells. It has had a remarkably chilling effect on… Continue reading The speed of prison terms for anti-immigrant criminality in the UK
Threats to solicitor practicing in immigration law are odious
It’s truly shocking that the Law Society of Ireland have had to issue a statement in support of a colleague of mine, Imran Khurshid. Mr Khurshid has been threatened with arson and violence because he does immigration law and represents immigrants. Keir Starmer has described such activity as “far right thuggery”. Mr Khurshid has reported… Continue reading Threats to solicitor practicing in immigration law are odious
The risks of buying property with a tenant on “terms unknown”
I have repeatedly advised about the perils of buying at a Bid X 1 auction, or other online property auction. I always advise about getting the legal pack checked out. And that often a receiver will sell a property with a sitting tenant on “terms unknown”. Buying a property with a tenant on “terms unknown”… Continue reading The risks of buying property with a tenant on “terms unknown”
Conor McGregor guilty of “appalling episode of dangerous driving”
The bad news for Conor McGregor was that the Judge hering his case for various road traffic offences determined that McGregor engaged in an appalling series of dangerous driving incidents. “An appalling episode of dangerous driving”, said the Judge in Blanchardstown District Court. The good news for McGregor is the Judge gave him a five… Continue reading Conor McGregor guilty of “appalling episode of dangerous driving”
Turning down work
A caller to the office this week was looking for the price of a one page lease. We told him we would not do such a thing. A lease needs to be as long as it needs to be to include the necessary terms and conditions between the parties. These terms and conditions may be… Continue reading Turning down work
Buying property at BidX 1 auctions-4 things you ought to know
If you are tempted to buy property at a BidX1, or similar auction, you need to understand a few things: You might get a bargain, or you may run into a competitive auction in which case the price may exceed expectations. But remember point number 4 above. Check out my book, Buying a house in… Continue reading Buying property at BidX 1 auctions-4 things you ought to know
Pepper property sales and the myths
There remains a significant number of individuals who believe the myths surrounding the sale of mortgages by lenders to other entities. These individuals believe that companies like Pepper, BCM Global, Link Financial, etc. the owners of many charges on foot of loans bought from the likes of Ulster Bank, AIB, Bank of Scotland are unable… Continue reading Pepper property sales and the myths
Online property auctions-not for everyone but..
Online property auctions, such as BidX 1, are not for everyone. But there are bargains to be had for a specific type of individual. Firstly, you need to be a cash buyer. Theoretically, a buyer could probably obtain a mortgage on an auction property but it would be extremely difficult. Secondly, you need to accept… Continue reading Online property auctions-not for everyone but..