New research released by Groundsure today finds almost half (48%) of UK conveyancers believe the Government’s consultation for the changed HS2 route has been poor, with 14% saying it was of extremely low quality and caused Read More
The basic cause of action for an incorrect reply to one of the questions on the Property Information Form is an action for misrepresentation. A misrepresentation is an untrue statement made by one contracting party Read More
The Council for Licensed Conveyancers (CLC) has reacted to the release today of the Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) Market Study on the legal sector.Read More
Judged by a panel of property professionals, the Sunday Times Conveyancer of the Year Awards announced its winners for 2016. Chaired by the Property Ombudsman and with the support of the NAEA and NFOPP, conveyancers are Read More
With cyber-crime making the headlines more and more frequently, it is becoming increasingly important that law firms of all sizes understand how to handle such a situation professionally and keep their reputation intact. Here are Read More
Due to recent changes introduced by HMRC, the search industry has been advised that Local Authorities will be required to apply VAT, at its current 20% rate, to CON29 fees from 3 January 2017. Ipsos MORI Local Land Read More
For many busy conveyancers, it can be a constant juggling act staying on top of your caseload, keeping your clients happy and ensuring compliance with the obligations of your regulators Code of Conduct. From your Read More
As the Government comes under increasing pressure to meet housing targets, compulsory purchase orders (CPOs) are gaining favour as a means of allowing a public body to take a property by right where it is Read More
In the last six months following the second home stamp duty increase, the revenue accumulated from the tax has fallen by £500 million, according to recent research. The report from London Central Portfolio (LCP) analysed figures Read More
First-time buyer and remortgaging activity have both seen annual growth, at 13.1% and 24.6% respectively. Recent research indicates that the mortgage market is being propelled by remortgaging activity, an area which is outperforming all others. As people Read More
Nearly 90% of local authorities believe that the Government’s housing targets will be impossible to meet due to a lack of planning resources, according to a new joint research report from the Federation of Master Read More
Following our announcement last week, Today’s Conveyancer has now received confirmation directly from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) that VAT will be applied on CON29 searches. The HMRC spokesperson said: “The provision of information Read More
Land Registry have published their opening hours for over the holiday periodRead More
Andy Sommerville, Director of Search Acumen, comments on ONS House Price Index, October 2016Read More
The environmental reports and data specialist explains how groundwater flooding causes more damage to property, but is the least understood. GeoSmart Information has launched an important new guide that shows the threat from groundwater flooding Read More
VAT on Local Authority CON29 fees will be introduced on 1st January 2017Read More
The RICS Residential Market Survey for November indicated a small rise in enquiries from new buyers, for the third month in a row. Expectations in the short term indicate a moderate yet ongoing activity for Read More
The Home Office, as part of its Flag It Up campaign, is looking for solicitor feedback on attitudes towards anti-money laundering (AML) regulation and available information. Completion of the survey will improve the understanding of Read More
The Government’s preferred route for HS2 north of Birmingham will adversely affect 3,500 fewer households outside London than the original plans, thanks to changes to the Sheffield section of the route, new research has shown. Read More
If there were only a way to generate more qualified leads that didn’t require precious hours away from billable work. How do you capitalise on all possible business development opportunities in this profoundly changing Read More