Using our forms for complex and more unusual transactions (PG21)
How to prepare and complete transfer forms TR1, TR2, TR5 and TP2 for transactions that are not straightforward and information on completing forms for unusual transactions (practice guide 21).
Devolution on the death of a registered proprietor (PG6)
What to do following the death of a joint, sole or last surviving proprietor of a registered estate, charge or mortgage (practice guide 6).
Evidence of identity (PG67)
This guide explains when evidence of identity is required and how it should be given. It is aimed at conveyancers (practice guide 67).
Electronic signatures accepted by HM Land Registry (PG82)
Information about the types of electronic signature accepted by HM Land Registry (practice guide 82)
Failure to prevent fraud set to become an offence
The government is set to add a “failure to prevent fraud” offence to the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill which is currently going through Parliament.
Collaboration key to National Conveyancing Week
National Conveyancing Week has been launched by Bold Legal Group founder and CEO Rob Hailstone to raise the profile and understanding of the important role conveyancers play in the home moving process.
Housing Secretary commits to leasehold reform before election
Housing Secretary Michael Gove has committed to leasehold reform and fixing cladding issues before the next election.
Should estate agents be licensed?
The Regulation of Property Agents (RoPA) working group was tasked with advising on how to make this proposition a reality.