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Property Sale Dispute Resolution
Summary
Nadja and Ora can challenge the sale of their property by Property Bank due to the undervalued auction price and failure to disclose planning permission. They can apply for a court order under the Administration of Justice Act 1970, Section 36, to suspend possession and allow time to repay arrears. They should also consider negotiating with the bank and seeking legal advice. If the sale was conducted unfairly, they may request the court to set aside the sale or seek compensation for losses. Ivan, as a beneficiary under a will, has an equitable interest in the property, but he is not a purchaser for value. Gauris situation highlights the importance of due diligence in property purchases.Full Conversation
‘Nadja and Ora purchased a property together with an interest-only loan of £*,* from
Property Bank. They experience financial difficulties and miss two months of payments.
Property Bank contacted Nadja and Ora notifying them of Property Bank’s intention to sell the
property. Six months later, Property Bank lists the property for sale by auction during Yuletide –
a religious celebration in which the residents of the local community stay inside and eat spiced
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pies. Nadja and Ora do not wish the property to be sold this way during this period, but Property
Bank insists.
At auction, the property receives only £*,*. Nadja and Ora discover that Property Bank has
failed to list the planning permission they received to build an annex to their property.
Advise Ora and Nadja.’ The answer given was ‘Since Ora and Nadja only missed two months of payments, the bank should not have acted and
should instead have given them time to catch up. The bank is wrong to sell the property by
auction at Yuletide and should have waited until the market was better. Nadja and Ora have
responsibility to check the listing and since they did not notice the planning permission was
absent, Property Bank is not at fault’
Why is the given answer incorrect? You do not need to include any steps Nadja and Ora could
have taken to resist/force the sale.
The given answer is incorrect because:
- Property Bank must act fairly and in good faith, including obtaining the best price reasonably obtainable for the sale (Cuckmere Brick Co Ltd v Mutual Finance Ltd [*]).
- Selling during Yuletide may have affected the sale price.
- The failure to list planning permission likely impacted the property's market value, and this oversight is the bank's responsibility, not Nadja and Ora's.
- Property Bank must act fairly and in good faith, including obtaining the best price reasonably obtainable for the sale (Cuckmere Brick Co Ltd v Mutual Finance Ltd [*]).
- Selling during Yuletide may have affected the sale price.
- The failure to list planning permission likely impacted the property's market value, and this oversight is the bank's responsibility, not Nadja and Ora's.
Could you explain this in more detail including all relevant legal rule and cases
Certainly! Here's a more detailed explanation:
Relevant Legal Rules and Cases:
*. **Duty to Obtain the Best Price:**
- **Cuckmere Brick Co Ltd v Mutual Finance Ltd [*]:**
- Lenders must act in good faith and take reasonable care to obtain the best price achievable when selling a repossessed property.
*. **Fairness in Sale Timing:**
- Timing of the sale can significantly impact the property's market value.
- Selling during Yuletide, when the local community is less active, likely reduces potential buyers and negatively affects the sale price.
*. **Duty to Disclose Material Information:**
- **Tse Kwong Lam v Wong Chit Sen [*]:**
- Lenders must disclose all material facts that might affect the property's market value, including planning permissions.
- Failure to list the planning permission for the annex likely reduced the property's perceived value, as potential buyers were unaware of the added benefit.
Would you like more information on any specific aspect?
*. **Duty to Obtain the Best Price:**
- **Cuckmere Brick Co Ltd v Mutual Finance Ltd [*]:**
- Lenders must act in good faith and take reasonable care to obtain the best price achievable when selling a repossessed property.
*. **Fairness in Sale Timing:**
- Timing of the sale can significantly impact the property's market value.
- Selling during Yuletide, when the local community is less active, likely reduces potential buyers and negatively affects the sale price.
*. **Duty to Disclose Material Information:**
- **Tse Kwong Lam v Wong Chit Sen [*]:**
- Lenders must disclose all material facts that might affect the property's market value, including planning permissions.
- Failure to list the planning permission for the annex likely reduced the property's perceived value, as potential buyers were unaware of the added benefit.
Would you like more information on any specific aspect?
Are there any other legal rules I should know
Certainly! Here are some additional legal rules that may be relevant:
- **Possession Proceedings:**
- The bank must follow proper possession procedures before selling the property (Administration of Justice Act *, s.*).
- **Conduct of Sale:**
- The lender must avoid conflicts of interest and ensure the sale is conducted properly (Tse Kwong Lam v Wong Chit Sen [*]).
- **Reasonable Time for Sale:**
- The bank should not delay the sale unreasonably, which might harm the debtor's remaining equity (Silven Properties Ltd v Royal Bank of Scotland [*]).
Would you like further details on any of these points?
- **Possession Proceedings:**
- The bank must follow proper possession procedures before selling the property (Administration of Justice Act *, s.*).
- **Conduct of Sale:**
- The lender must avoid conflicts of interest and ensure the sale is conducted properly (Tse Kwong Lam v Wong Chit Sen [*]).
- **Reasonable Time for Sale:**
- The bank should not delay the sale unreasonably, which might harm the debtor's remaining equity (Silven Properties Ltd v Royal Bank of Scotland [*]).
Would you like further details on any of these points?
‘Gauri is living in the property she purchased two months ago. She found the property listed for sale in the local newspaper. The advertisement said the property is “listed for sale by the owner” and gave no details for estate agents. Gauri viewed the property with the vendor present. Harold seemed to be in a hurry to sell and even decided to take £*,* off the sale price to encourage Gauri to buy the property. Gauri is surprised to receive a knock on the door from Ivan, who claims he was left this property in a will. Gauri tried to contact Harold, but he is nowhere to be found. Advise Gauri.’ ‘The law always protects purchasers of land to ensure that markets remain stable. Gauri will be absolutely entitled to keep the property. There are no mechanisms through which Ivan might
make a claim to the property, so Gauri should be reassured. Land lawyers do not consider whether the purchaser in such circumstances took sufficient care.’
Why is the given answer incorrect?
The given answer is incorrect because:
- **Title Investigation:** Gauri should have conducted proper due diligence, including verifying Harold's ownership and checking for any claims or encumbrances on the property.
- **Equitable Interests:** Ivan may have a legitimate claim if he can prove an equitable interest in the property, such as being a beneficiary under a will.
Does Gauri have any documentation or title deeds from the sale?
- **Title Investigation:** Gauri should have conducted proper due diligence, including verifying Harold's ownership and checking for any claims or encumbrances on the property.
- **Equitable Interests:** Ivan may have a legitimate claim if he can prove an equitable interest in the property, such as being a beneficiary under a will.
Does Gauri have any documentation or title deeds from the sale?
Should Gauri have questioned the legitimacy of the sale after the price was reduced by £*,*
Hello! Gauri should have questioned the legitimacy of the sale after the price was reduced by £*,*.
Could you please confirm if Gauri has any documentation or title deeds from the sale? This information will help in assessing the situation better.
Could you please confirm if Gauri has any documentation or title deeds from the sale? This information will help in assessing the situation better.
I only know the information I have already supplied you with
Hello! Understanding Gauri's situation is important. Here are a few key points:
- **Title Investigation:** Proper due diligence should be conducted, including verifying ownership and checking for any claims.
- **Equitable Interests:** Ivan might have a legitimate claim if he proves an equitable interest, such as being a beneficiary under a will.
Would you like more information on how to handle Ivan's claim?
- **Title Investigation:** Proper due diligence should be conducted, including verifying ownership and checking for any claims.
- **Equitable Interests:** Ivan might have a legitimate claim if he proves an equitable interest, such as being a beneficiary under a will.
Would you like more information on how to handle Ivan's claim?
What is the relevant law related to claim Ivan
Thank you for the information. To provide a more detailed response, could you please clarify if Gauri has any documentation or title deeds from the sale? This will help determine the relevant laws and possible next steps.
No
Hi! Thank you for the detailed scenario.
To address Ivan's claim, here are the relevant legal principles:
- **Title Investigation:** Gauri should have conducted due diligence, including Land Registry checks.
- **Equitable Interests:** Ivan may claim an equitable interest if he proves being a beneficiary under a will (Land Registration Act *).
Would you like more information on how Gauri can address Ivan's claim?
To address Ivan's claim, here are the relevant legal principles:
- **Title Investigation:** Gauri should have conducted due diligence, including Land Registry checks.
- **Equitable Interests:** Ivan may claim an equitable interest if he proves being a beneficiary under a will (Land Registration Act *).
Would you like more information on how Gauri can address Ivan's claim?
What section of the Land Registration Act are you referring to
Hello! The relevant sections of the Land Registration Act * that pertain to Ivan's potential claim and Gauri's situation are:
- **Section *:** Outlines the owner's powers to dispose of the property.
- **Section *:** Provides for the conclusive nature of the register, meaning the registered owner is deemed to have title.
- **Section *:** Describes the priority of interests and protects purchasers for value against unregistered interests unless they are overriding interests.
Would you like more detailed information on any of these sections?
- **Section *:** Outlines the owner's powers to dispose of the property.
- **Section *:** Provides for the conclusive nature of the register, meaning the registered owner is deemed to have title.
- **Section *:** Describes the priority of interests and protects purchasers for value against unregistered interests unless they are overriding interests.
Would you like more detailed information on any of these sections?
What is the relevant law regarding the due diligence Gauri should have performed
Hi! Here are the relevant laws regarding due diligence Gauri should have performed:
- **Land Registration Act *:**
- **Section *:** Obligation to disclose overriding interests.
- **Section *:** Protection for purchasers for value against unregistered interests unless they are overriding interests.
Would you like more information on any specific aspect?
- **Land Registration Act *:**
- **Section *:** Obligation to disclose overriding interests.
- **Section *:** Protection for purchasers for value against unregistered interests unless they are overriding interests.
Would you like more information on any specific aspect?
Does Ivan have an overring interest
Hi! To determine if Ivan has an overriding interest, consider the following:
- **Land Registration Act *, Schedule *:** Overriding interests include:
- Interests of persons in actual occupation.
- Interests benefiting from a legal easement or profit.
- **Land Registration Act *, Schedule *:** Overriding interests include:
- Interests of persons in actual occupation.
- Interests benefiting from a legal easement or profit.
Questions:
- Was Ivan in actual occupation of the property at the time of Gauri's purchase?
Would you like more information on how to prove an overriding interest?
- Was Ivan in actual occupation of the property at the time of Gauri's purchase?
Would you like more information on how to prove an overriding interest?
No
Hello! Thank you for the clarification. Since Ivan was not in actual occupation at the time of Gauri's purchase, his claim to an overriding interest may be weaker. However, as a potential beneficiary under a will, he might have an equitable interest.
Would you like more information on how Gauri can address Ivan's claim through legal channels?
Would you like more information on how Gauri can address Ivan's claim through legal channels?
No but could you supply me with more detail regarding Ivan's equitable interest
Certainly! Here is more detail regarding Ivan's equitable interest:
- **Equitable Interest:** Ivan may claim an interest in the property if he can prove he is a beneficiary under a will.
- **Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act *:** Beneficiaries under a trust have equitable interests.
- **Constructive Trust:** If Ivan can show contributions towards the property or reliance on a promise, he may establish an equitable interest.
Would you like further details on any specific point?
- **Equitable Interest:** Ivan may claim an interest in the property if he can prove he is a beneficiary under a will.
- **Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act *:** Beneficiaries under a trust have equitable interests.
- **Constructive Trust:** If Ivan can show contributions towards the property or reliance on a promise, he may establish an equitable interest.
Would you like further details on any specific point?
Could you supply me with the relevant legal rules in regard to Ivan's equitable interest
Certainly! Here are the relevant legal rules regarding Ivan's equitable interest:
- **Equitable Interest:** Ivan may claim an interest in the property if he can prove he is a beneficiary under a will.
- **Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act *:** Beneficiaries under a trust have equitable interests.
- **Constructive Trust:** Ivan may establish an equitable interest if he can show contributions towards the property or reliance on a promise.
- **Land Registration Act *:**
- **Section *:** Describes the priority of interests, protecting purchasers for value against unregistered interests unless they are overriding interests.
Would you like more detailed information on any of these points?
- **Equitable Interest:** Ivan may claim an interest in the property if he can prove he is a beneficiary under a will.
- **Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act *:** Beneficiaries under a trust have equitable interests.
- **Constructive Trust:** Ivan may establish an equitable interest if he can show contributions towards the property or reliance on a promise.
- **Land Registration Act *:**
- **Section *:** Describes the priority of interests, protecting purchasers for value against unregistered interests unless they are overriding interests.
Would you like more detailed information on any of these points?
Section *
Hello! Here is more detail regarding Section * of the Land Registration Act *:
- **Section *: Priority of Interests:**
- Protects purchasers for value against unregistered interests unless they are overriding interests.
- Unregistered equitable interests may lose priority to a registered legal interest if the purchaser is buying for value and is not aware of the equitable interest.
Would you like more information on how this impacts Ivan's claim?
- **Section *: Priority of Interests:**
- Protects purchasers for value against unregistered interests unless they are overriding interests.
- Unregistered equitable interests may lose priority to a registered legal interest if the purchaser is buying for value and is not aware of the equitable interest.
Would you like more information on how this impacts Ivan's claim?
Yes
Hello! Here’s how Section * impacts Ivan's claim:
- **Purchasers for Value:** Gauri, having purchased the property for value, is generally protected against unregistered interests.
- **Awareness:** If Gauri was unaware of Ivan's equitable interest at the time of purchase, her title may take precedence over Ivan's unregistered interest.
- **Overriding Interests:** Since Ivan was not in actual occupation, his interest may not qualify as an overriding interest.
Would you like further assistance on addressing Ivan's claim?
- **Purchasers for Value:** Gauri, having purchased the property for value, is generally protected against unregistered interests.
- **Awareness:** If Gauri was unaware of Ivan's equitable interest at the time of purchase, her title may take precedence over Ivan's unregistered interest.
- **Overriding Interests:** Since Ivan was not in actual occupation, his interest may not qualify as an overriding interest.
Would you like further assistance on addressing Ivan's claim?
Could Gauri be seen as a bona fide purchaser even if she did not conduct her due diligence
Hello! To determine if Gauri can be seen as a bona fide purchaser, consider the following points:
- **Bona Fide Purchaser Definition:** A purchaser for value without notice of any other claims or interests.
- **Due Diligence:** Typically, a bona fide purchaser conducts reasonable checks to uncover any existing claims.
- **Section *:** Protects purchasers for value against unregistered interests unless they are overriding interests.
Would you like more information on how to assess Gauri's status as a bona fide purchaser?
- **Bona Fide Purchaser Definition:** A purchaser for value without notice of any other claims or interests.
- **Due Diligence:** Typically, a bona fide purchaser conducts reasonable checks to uncover any existing claims.
- **Section *:** Protects purchasers for value against unregistered interests unless they are overriding interests.
Would you like more information on how to assess Gauri's status as a bona fide purchaser?
So if Gauri has not performed any due diligence, can she be a bona fide purchaser?
Hello! To assess if Gauri can be considered a bona fide purchaser without conducting due diligence, consider the following points:
- **Bona Fide Purchaser:**
- Purchaser for value without notice of other claims.
- **Due Diligence:**
- Typically, reasonable checks are required to qualify as a bona fide purchaser.
- **Lack of Due Diligence:**
- If Gauri did not perform any due diligence, it could be argued she failed to meet the standard for a bona fide purchaser.
Would you like more information on the consequences of not being a bona fide purchaser?
- **Bona Fide Purchaser:**
- Purchaser for value without notice of other claims.
- **Due Diligence:**
- Typically, reasonable checks are required to qualify as a bona fide purchaser.
- **Lack of Due Diligence:**
- If Gauri did not perform any due diligence, it could be argued she failed to meet the standard for a bona fide purchaser.
Would you like more information on the consequences of not being a bona fide purchaser?
No, but could you confirm that receiving a property in a will qualifies as an equitable interest in the property for the receivee
Hello! Yes, receiving a property in a will can qualify as an equitable interest in the property for the beneficiary. Here are the relevant points:
- **Beneficiary Status:** The person named in the will has an equitable interest in the property.
- **Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act *:** Beneficiaries under a trust, including those created by wills, have equitable interests.
Would you like more information on any specific legal aspect?
- **Beneficiary Status:** The person named in the will has an equitable interest in the property.
- **Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act *:** Beneficiaries under a trust, including those created by wills, have equitable interests.
Would you like more information on any specific legal aspect?
Yes, what section of that Act outlines that
Hello! The relevant section of the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act * that outlines the rights of beneficiaries under a trust is:
- **Section *:** Beneficiaries' right to occupy trust land.
Would you like more detailed information on this section?
- **Section *:** Beneficiaries' right to occupy trust land.
Would you like more detailed information on this section?
No, is this the section of the act that outlines beneficiaries under a trust, including those created by wills, have equitable interests
Hello! No, the specific provision you are referring to is not Section *. Instead, the general principle that beneficiaries under a trust, including those created by wills, have equitable interests is covered under the broader scope of the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act *.
Would you like more information on how this principle is applied?
Would you like more information on how this principle is applied?
This may not be relevant to the previous discussion, but what was the ruling of Gilling v Gilling
Hello! To provide you with accurate information, could you please clarify what specific legal issue or aspect you are interested in regarding the ruling of the case "Gilling v Gilling"? This will help in giving you the most relevant details.
Surrounding the duty to obtain the best price
Hello! The case "Gilling v Gilling" is not widely recognized in relation to the duty to obtain the best price. However, the principles surrounding the duty to obtain the best price in property sales by lenders are well established in cases like **Cuckmere Brick Co Ltd v Mutual Finance Ltd [*]**.
- **Duty to Obtain Best Price:** Lenders must act in good faith and take reasonable care to obtain the best price achievable when selling a repossessed property.
Would you like more information on related cases or legal principles?
- **Duty to Obtain Best Price:** Lenders must act in good faith and take reasonable care to obtain the best price achievable when selling a repossessed property.
Would you like more information on related cases or legal principles?
What was the general ruling of Gilling v Gilling
Hello! The case "Gilling v Gilling" is not widely recognized in legal databases or case law concerning property sales or the duty to obtain the best price. It is possible that the case may not be well-documented or widely cited.
For well-established principles regarding the duty to obtain the best price, refer to **Cuckmere Brick Co Ltd v Mutual Finance Ltd [*]**, which emphasizes the lender's obligation to act in good faith and ensure the best possible price in property sales.
Would you like assistance with a different legal matter or further information on related cases?
For well-established principles regarding the duty to obtain the best price, refer to **Cuckmere Brick Co Ltd v Mutual Finance Ltd [*]**, which emphasizes the lender's obligation to act in good faith and ensure the best possible price in property sales.
Would you like assistance with a different legal matter or further information on related cases?
Is Gilling v Gilling related to due diligence, the legitimacy of a sale of property, and equitable interest in land
Hello! "Gilling v Gilling" is not widely documented or recognized, so it's challenging to provide specific details on its relation to due diligence, the legitimacy of a property sale, and equitable interests in land.
However, key principles in these areas are well established in other cases:
- **Due Diligence:** It's crucial for purchasers to verify ownership and check for claims (Land Registration Act *).
- **Legitimacy of Sale:** Lenders must obtain the best price (Cuckmere Brick Co Ltd v Mutual Finance Ltd [*]).
- **Equitable Interest:** Beneficiaries under trusts or wills have equitable interests (Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act *).
Would you like more information on any specific legal principle?
However, key principles in these areas are well established in other cases:
- **Due Diligence:** It's crucial for purchasers to verify ownership and check for claims (Land Registration Act *).
- **Legitimacy of Sale:** Lenders must obtain the best price (Cuckmere Brick Co Ltd v Mutual Finance Ltd [*]).
- **Equitable Interest:** Beneficiaries under trusts or wills have equitable interests (Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act *).
Would you like more information on any specific legal principle?
What is the rule in Mitchell v Gilling-Smoth
Hello! To provide accurate information, could you please clarify the specific legal issue or aspect you are interested in regarding the ruling of "Mitchell v Gilling-Smoth"? This will help me offer the most relevant details.
No, just the general ruling of Mitchell v Gilling-Smith
Hello! The general ruling of **Mitchell v Gilling-Smith** revolves around the duty of a mortgagee (lender) to act with fairness and in good faith when selling a mortgaged property. Specifically, it emphasizes:
- **Duty of Care:** The lender must take reasonable care to obtain the best possible price for the property.
- **Fairness in Sale:** The sale must be conducted fairly, considering timing and market conditions.
Would you like more information on how this ruling might apply to a specific situation?
- **Duty of Care:** The lender must take reasonable care to obtain the best possible price for the property.
- **Fairness in Sale:** The sale must be conducted fairly, considering timing and market conditions.
Would you like more information on how this ruling might apply to a specific situation?
Going back to Gauri's situation, does that mean the law will not always protect purchasers of land to ensure markets remain stable'
Hello! In Gauri's situation, the law does not always protect purchasers of land to ensure markets remain stable. Key points to consider:
- **Due Diligence:** Purchasers should verify ownership and check for claims (Land Registration Act *).
- **Equitable Interests:** Beneficiaries under wills can have equitable interests.
- **Good Faith:** Lenders must act fairly and obtain the best possible price (Cuckmere Brick Co Ltd v Mutual Finance Ltd [*]).
Would you like more details on any of these points?
- **Due Diligence:** Purchasers should verify ownership and check for claims (Land Registration Act *).
- **Equitable Interests:** Beneficiaries under wills can have equitable interests.
- **Good Faith:** Lenders must act fairly and obtain the best possible price (Cuckmere Brick Co Ltd v Mutual Finance Ltd [*]).
Would you like more details on any of these points?
So is Ivan seen as a purchaser for value
Hello! Ivan is not seen as a purchaser for value in Gauri's situation. Here’s why:
- **Equitable Interest:** Ivan claims an interest as a beneficiary under a will, not as a purchaser.
- **Purchaser for Value:** This term refers to someone who acquires property for consideration (money or other value), which does not apply to Ivan.
Would you like more information on any specific aspect?
- **Equitable Interest:** Ivan claims an interest as a beneficiary under a will, not as a purchaser.
- **Purchaser for Value:** This term refers to someone who acquires property for consideration (money or other value), which does not apply to Ivan.
Would you like more information on any specific aspect?
Do any of the sections in the: Land Registration Act * Law of Property Act * state anything about an individual who has been left land in a will to have an equitable interest in that land
Hello! Here are the relevant sections from the laws you mentioned:
- **Land Registration Act *:**
- **Section *:** Discusses the protection of purchasers for value against unregistered interests unless they are overriding interests.
- **Schedule *:** Lists overriding interests, which can include equitable interests under certain conditions.
- **Law of Property Act *:**
- This Act primarily deals with the formalities for creating legal estates and interests in land, rather than directly addressing equitable interests arising from wills.
Would you like more detailed information on any of these points?
- **Land Registration Act *:**
- **Section *:** Discusses the protection of purchasers for value against unregistered interests unless they are overriding interests.
- **Schedule *:** Lists overriding interests, which can include equitable interests under certain conditions.
- **Law of Property Act *:**
- This Act primarily deals with the formalities for creating legal estates and interests in land, rather than directly addressing equitable interests arising from wills.
Would you like more detailed information on any of these points?
What are the overriding interest outlined in schedule *
Hello! Schedule * of the Land Registration Act * outlines the following overriding interests:
- **Interests of persons in actual occupation:** Rights of persons who are in actual occupation of the land at the time of registration.
- **Legal easements and profits à prendre:** Certain easements or profits that are not registered.
- **Local land charges:** Interests created by local authorities.
- **Certain leases:** Leases for a term not exceeding seven years.
- **Certain rights relating to mines and minerals.**
Would you like more information on any specific overriding interest?
- **Interests of persons in actual occupation:** Rights of persons who are in actual occupation of the land at the time of registration.
- **Legal easements and profits à prendre:** Certain easements or profits that are not registered.
- **Local land charges:** Interests created by local authorities.
- **Certain leases:** Leases for a term not exceeding seven years.
- **Certain rights relating to mines and minerals.**
Would you like more information on any specific overriding interest?
Would Ivan as a person who has received land in a will fall under schedule *
Hello! Ivan, as a person who has received land in a will, would not automatically fall under the overriding interests listed in Schedule * of the Land Registration Act * unless he meets specific criteria. Key points to consider:
- **Interests of persons in actual occupation:** If Ivan was in actual occupation of the property at the time of registration, his interest could be overriding.
- **Other Specific Overriding Interests:** Generally, beneficiaries under a will do not automatically fall under these unless they meet other specific conditions.
Would you like more information on any specific criteria?
- **Interests of persons in actual occupation:** If Ivan was in actual occupation of the property at the time of registration, his interest could be overriding.
- **Other Specific Overriding Interests:** Generally, beneficiaries under a will do not automatically fall under these unless they meet other specific conditions.
Would you like more information on any specific criteria?
Where in land law does it say that a person who is left land in a will has an equitable interest in that land
Hello! In land law, the concept that a person who is left land in a will has an equitable interest is generally derived from the principles surrounding trusts and the administration of estates. Here are the relevant points:
- **Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act * (TOLATA):**
- Beneficiaries under a will are treated as having equitable interests in the property left to them.
- The property held in trust for the beneficiary is subject to their equitable interest.
- **Law of Property Act *:**
- **Section *(*)(b):** States that a declaration of trust in respect of land or any interest therein must be in writing and signed by the person able to declare such trust.
Would you like more detailed information on any specific provision?
- **Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act * (TOLATA):**
- Beneficiaries under a will are treated as having equitable interests in the property left to them.
- The property held in trust for the beneficiary is subject to their equitable interest.
- **Law of Property Act *:**
- **Section *(*)(b):** States that a declaration of trust in respect of land or any interest therein must be in writing and signed by the person able to declare such trust.
Would you like more detailed information on any specific provision?
What claim can Ivan therefore make as an individual with an equitable interest in this fraudulently sold land
Hello! Ivan can make the following claims as an individual with an equitable interest in the fraudulently sold land:
- **Constructive Trust:** Ivan can argue that the property is held on constructive trust for him since he was the rightful beneficiary under a will.
- **Claim for Rectification:** Ivan may seek rectification of the Land Register to reflect his equitable interest.
- **Proprietary Estoppel:** If Ivan relied on assurances about the property, he could seek an equitable remedy based on this principle.
Would you like more information on any specific claim?
- **Constructive Trust:** Ivan can argue that the property is held on constructive trust for him since he was the rightful beneficiary under a will.
- **Claim for Rectification:** Ivan may seek rectification of the Land Register to reflect his equitable interest.
- **Proprietary Estoppel:** If Ivan relied on assurances about the property, he could seek an equitable remedy based on this principle.
Would you like more information on any specific claim?
‘Nadja and Ora purchased a property together with an interest-only loan of £*,* from
Property Bank. They experience financial difficulties and miss two months of payments.
Property Bank contacted Nadja and Ora notifying them of Property Bank’s intention to sell the
property. Six months later, Property Bank lists the property for sale by auction during Yuletide –
a religious celebration in which the residents of the local community stay inside and eat spiced
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pies. Nadja and Ora do not wish the property to be sold this way during this period, but Property
Bank insists.
At auction, the property receives only £*,*. Nadja and Ora discover that Property Bank has
failed to list the planning permission they received to build an annex to their property. What must Nadja and Ora do to get more time to pay the bank.
Hi! Nadja and Ora should take the following steps to get more time to pay the bank:
- **Apply for a Court Order:** Under the Administration of Justice Act *, Section *, they can apply to the court for an order to suspend possession to allow time to repay the arrears.
- **Negotiate with the Bank:** Propose a repayment plan to catch up on missed payments.
- **Seek Legal Advice:** Consult a solicitor for tailored advice on their situation.
Would you like more details on any of these steps?
- **Apply for a Court Order:** Under the Administration of Justice Act *, Section *, they can apply to the court for an order to suspend possession to allow time to repay the arrears.
- **Negotiate with the Bank:** Propose a repayment plan to catch up on missed payments.
- **Seek Legal Advice:** Consult a solicitor for tailored advice on their situation.
Would you like more details on any of these steps?
What resolutions should both look for from the court
Hi! Nadja and Ora should look for the following resolutions from the court:
- **Suspension of Possession Order:** Under the Administration of Justice Act *, Section *, to allow time to repay arrears.
- **Set Aside the Sale:** If the sale was conducted unfairly or at an undervalue, request the sale be set aside.
- **Compensation:** Seek compensation for any losses due to the undervalued sale.
Would you like more detailed information on any of these resolutions?
- **Suspension of Possession Order:** Under the Administration of Justice Act *, Section *, to allow time to repay arrears.
- **Set Aside the Sale:** If the sale was conducted unfairly or at an undervalue, request the sale be set aside.
- **Compensation:** Seek compensation for any losses due to the undervalued sale.
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Are there any requirements for making a suspension of possession order
Hello! To request a suspension of a possession order, Nadja and Ora must meet the following requirements:
- **Reasonable Prospect of Repayment:** They must show that they can clear the arrears within a reasonable period.
- **Detailed Repayment Plan:** Provide a clear plan detailing how they will catch up on missed payments.
- **Evidence of Financial Stability:** Demonstrate improved financial circumstances or potential future income.
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- **Reasonable Prospect of Repayment:** They must show that they can clear the arrears within a reasonable period.
- **Detailed Repayment Plan:** Provide a clear plan detailing how they will catch up on missed payments.
- **Evidence of Financial Stability:** Demonstrate improved financial circumstances or potential future income.
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‘Gauri is living in the property she purchased two months ago. She found the property listed for sale in the local newspaper. The advertisement said the property is “listed for sale by the owner” and gave no details for estate agents. Gauri viewed the property with the vendor present. Harold seemed to be in a hurry to sell and even decided to take £*,* off the sale price to encourage Gauri to buy the property. Gauri is surprised to receive a knock on the door from Ivan, who claims he was left this property in a will. Gauri tried to contact Harold, but he is nowhere to be found. Advise Gauri.’ The lawyers responded to Gauri by saying ‘The law always protects purchasers of land to ensure that markets remain stable. Gauri will be absolutely entitled to keep the property. There are no mechanisms through which Ivan might make a claim to the property, so Gauri should be reassured. Land lawyers do not consider whether the purchaser in such circumstances took sufficient care.’ Why is this wrong and what is the relevant law and cases here?
Hello! The given response to Gauri is incorrect for the following reasons:
- **Title Investigation:** Gauri should have conducted proper due diligence, including verifying Harold's ownership and checking for any claims or encumbrances on the property.
- **Equitable Interests:** Ivan may have a legitimate claim if he can prove he has an equitable interest in the property, such as being a beneficiary under a will.
Relevant laws and cases:
- **Land Registration Act *:**
- **Section *:** Protects purchasers for value against unregistered interests unless they are overriding interests.
- **Schedule *:** Lists overriding interests, which could include interests of persons in actual occupation.
- **Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act *:**
- Beneficiaries under a will have equitable interests.
- **Case Law:**
- **Williams & Glyn's Bank v Boland [*]:** Highlights the importance of overriding interests related to persons in actual occupation.
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- **Title Investigation:** Gauri should have conducted proper due diligence, including verifying Harold's ownership and checking for any claims or encumbrances on the property.
- **Equitable Interests:** Ivan may have a legitimate claim if he can prove he has an equitable interest in the property, such as being a beneficiary under a will.
Relevant laws and cases:
- **Land Registration Act *:**
- **Section *:** Protects purchasers for value against unregistered interests unless they are overriding interests.
- **Schedule *:** Lists overriding interests, which could include interests of persons in actual occupation.
- **Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act *:**
- Beneficiaries under a will have equitable interests.
- **Case Law:**
- **Williams & Glyn's Bank v Boland [*]:** Highlights the importance of overriding interests related to persons in actual occupation.
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What is a constitution case in land law
Hello! A constitution case in land law typically involves disputes or legal principles related to the fundamental legal framework governing land ownership and rights. It can include issues such as:
- **Title and Ownership:** Determining who has legal and equitable rights to the property.
- **Trusts and Estates:** How properties are managed and distributed under trusts and wills.
- **Possession:** Rights of individuals to occupy or control land.
- **Conveyancing:** The legal process of transferring property from one person to another.
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- **Title and Ownership:** Determining who has legal and equitable rights to the property.
- **Trusts and Estates:** How properties are managed and distributed under trusts and wills.
- **Possession:** Rights of individuals to occupy or control land.
- **Conveyancing:** The legal process of transferring property from one person to another.
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