Required Reading: Buying properties on Central London estates
Mishcon de Reya's Fiona Callaghan walks us through some key legal considerations and things to look out for when buying a home on one of Central London's Great Estates.

Fiona Callaghan is a Managing Associate in Mishcon de Reya's Residential Property Team in the Private department. She is an expert with over 10 years experience in all aspects of residential property including leasehold, freehold and new build properties. Fiona provides advice on often complex sales, purchases and refinances in prime and super prime central London and surrounding areas for both domestic and international clients including for high net worth and high profile individuals.
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