Consumer watchdog sounds caution on transparency drive (LSG)
The legal consumer watchdog has warned of a risk that clients may be overwhelmed with information if regulators overdo the current transparency drive.
Government heeds concerns over stamp duty reform (LSG)
The government has agreed to go back to the drawing board over proposed reforms to the way it collects stamp duty land tax following consistent concerns raised by conveyancers.
New service launches for agents which combines conveyancing and Consumer Protection Regulations compliance (PIE)
A new sister company to auction platform IAM Sold has launched, offering a white-labelled conveyancing service to agents.
Conveyancing Fraud – Further Advice from the Court (IC)
Conveyancers have seen a number of cases go through the courts involving identity fraud, resulting in the loss of client money; each causing them to carefully consider their practices to avoid liability.
One Search Direct Introduce Flexi Smart Contingency House Insurance (IC)
Flexi Smart Contingency House Insurance provides building insurance in the period from exchange of contracts to completion for up to 28 days.
MoJ issues clarification on probate fees after outcry (LSG)
The Ministry of Justice has published further guidance on its plans to hike probate fees in the face of fierce criticism.
Women may be better agents than men claims industry guru (EAT)
Women may make better estate agents than men even though males dominate the sales sector, explains one of the industry’s most respected training experts, Richard Rawlings.
Firm avoids £375,000 loss of client money (TC)
Lawyer Checker’s Account & Entity Screen saved a South-East property law firm from losing £375,000 of client funds to criminals.
New watchdog to oversee profession’s anti-money laundering regime (LSG)
The Treasury is to open a new front in the fight against money laundering by creating a watchdog that will tackle potential weaknesses in the supervision of lawyers and other […]
Leasehold property guide released (LSG)
A conveyancing trade body is stepping up efforts to highlight concerns over leasehold properties with fresh guidance for consumers.
Mother and model daughter jailed after stealing identity of a dead landlady to steal her plush Kensington home
A stunning model and her mum have been jailed for a million pound fraud that saw them steal the identity of a dead landlady – to pinch her house.
Leasehold properties – Grounds for concern for solicitors?
An issue has been brewing since the Housing Act 1988 came into force in January 1989 – however the potential problem has only recently been recognised. The issue surrounds the […]