I'll be joining the Forces Wives Challenge to climb Pen y Fan, the highest mountain in South Wales. The Forces Wives Challenge brings together women whose partners are serving members of the Armed Forces or veterans, creating opportunities to challenge themselves, build confidence and support one another through adventure.

Every so often, I climb on my high horse. So much so I might aswell just join the mounted cavalry. Today, I'm staying there. As the founder of JB Property Law, I spend my days supporting members of the Armed Forces community with property matters. But before I was a business owner, I was and still am, a veteran's spouse. I've seen talented, ambitious, highly skilled people forced to rebuild their careers time and time again, not because they lacked commitment, but because mil

On the anniversary of the Battle of the Somme, JB Property Law reflects on the courage, sacrifice and enduring importance of home, family and community.

On Saturday 27 June 2026, we had the privilege of attending the unveiling of the Welsh Guards Afghanistan Memorial in Wrexham. A deeply moving and significant occasion for serving personnel, veterans, and families.

Armed Forces Day 2026, taking place on Saturday 27 June, provides an important opportunity to recognise the dedication, service, and sacrifice of those who serve in the Armed Forces, as well as veterans, reservists, and their families across the United Kingdom.

For members of the Armed Forces, moving home is rarely a straightforward transaction. It is shaped by operational demands, sudden relocations, deployments overseas, and the need to make major financial decisions often under time pressure and limited access to legal or financial support.

In this second part, Ashley Bowmer shares how his time in the Army, including deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan shaped not only his own life, but the direction of Joanne’s work.

At JB Property Law, we are proud to announce that we have become a signatory and supporter of the Pride in Veterans Standard (PiVS), an initiative developed by Fighting With Pride. This commitment reflects our belief that everyone deserves to be treated with dignity, respect and understanding, regardless of their background, identity or life experiences. We are honoured to stand alongside organisations across the UK that are working to create a more inclusive and welcoming e

Today, on Reserves Day, we recognise and thank the men and women of the Reserve Forces who balance civilian life with military service.

Each June, Armed Forces Week gives the nation an opportunity to show support for the men and women who serve, veterans who have served, and the wider Armed Forces community. While some countries officially recognise Military Spouses Day, the UK does not currently have a dedicated national day to honour military spouses and families.

We spoke with Joanne about her work supporting Armed Forces clients and the experiences that have influenced her approach.

Today, we pause to remember the bravery, sacrifice, and determination shown by Allied forces during the D-Day Landings on 6 June 1944. One of the most significant moments in modern history.

Most military personnel assume the Forces Help to Buy (FHTB) scheme works like a standard deposit, but the legal reality is closer to a complex bridging loan managed by the MoD. Because the funds are drawn from your future salary and secured against your property, the timeline for 'Notice to Draw' requires a level of coordination that standard high-street lawyers often miss. Missing a single deadline for paperwork can push your completion back & potentially jeopardising your

Today, we pause to mark the anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. A moment in history that reminds us of the courage, sacrifice, and resilience shown by so many during World War II.

An overview of Armed Forces day events across the UK

This is where our passion runs deepest. Too often, when people talk about Armed Forces conveyancing, the focus is placed solely on actively

Our Founder Joanne and her husband Ashley will attend a special event on Saturday 27 June 2026. The Welsh Guards community will come together in Wrexham for a deeply significant day of remembrance: the Welsh Guards Afghanistan Memorial Unveiling.

At JB Property Law, our commitment to supporting the UK Armed Forces is both professional and deeply personal. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, a pledge that reflects not only our values as a business, but also our connection to the military community.

A Forces Help to Buy (FHTB) application isn't a guarantee of mortgage approval because lenders and the MOD look at your pay packet through two completely different lenses. While the MOD might agree to lend you up to £25,000, a high-street lender will often reduce your maximum borrowing amount because that FHTB loan is treated as a monthly debt commitment. If your total monthly credit repayments—including the new mortgage and the FHTB repayment exceed 55% of your gross househo

Buying a new-build property while serving in the armed forces isn't the 'chain-free doddle' that site agents often pitch. While you don't have a seller moving out on the same day, you have a rigid developer deadline on one side and the MOD’s administrative timeline on the other. In 2026, the success of these transactions hinges on the precise alignment of the Forces Help To Buy (FHTB) drawdown with the developer’s 28-day exchange expectation.