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.
Four things first-time buyers should be aware of when purchasing a home
The CEO and founder of iPlace Global, Simon Bath, has created an advisory guide to ensure that they have a better understanding of the overwhelming process when it comes to […]
Government makes Forces Help to Buy Scheme permanent
The Forces Help to Buy (FHTB) scheme was recently made permanent by the government as part of an “enduring commitment to supporting Armed Forces”.
Parliament ratchets up pressure on SRA and solicitors
Solicitors and their regulator have found themselves in the crosshairs of MPs and peers this week over strategic lawsuits against public participation (SLAPPs) and economic crime.
Conveyancing firm turns to psychologist to help lawyers improve performance
Law firm, Elite Conveyancing, has employed its very own in-house corporate psychologist, Steve Wood, to help keep its lawyers in peak performance and to promote wellbeing throughout the business.
8 ways to save for a property deposit
We’ve put together 8 top tips to help you think about how you could cut back on current spending and make the extra money you need to get you into […]