A power of attorney and Táilte Eireann (Land Registry) registration

A power of attorney must be in writing and must be executed as a deed. A certified copy is sufficient evidence of the power granted in the attorney. Táilte Eireann (formerly Land Registry) will require a statement from a legal practitioner that the power granted in the power of attorney was not revoked by the… Continue reading A power of attorney and Táilte Eireann (Land Registry) registration

The enduring Irish fascination with property explains the success of this video about discovery

I make a wide variety of videos for my YouTube channel, and social medial generally. I can usually predict with some degree of accuracy how a video will perform-that is, will it be popular, will it generate comments and engagement etc. Often, however, a video dealing with what I view as a relatively obscure legal… Continue reading The enduring Irish fascination with property explains the success of this video about discovery

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

When I Was 23

When I was 23 I bought my first property. Since then I have bought and sold many others, perhaps as many as 17, but I have truthfully lost count. There have been shops, houses, apartments, freeholds, leaseholds, pubs, petrol stations, and sites. In Dublin, outside Dublin, in Meath, Cavan, Longford. In addition to the buying… Continue reading When I Was 23