‘Bank of Mum and Dad’ still supporting third of second steppers
Recent research has revealed that over a third of those trying to move up the housing ladder are seeking financial help from friends or family.
Trade body criticises HMLR for potentially misleading conveyancers
The marketing of HM Land Registry’s (HMLR) local land charges project has been strongly criticized by a trade body.
Younger generation pessimistic about ever owning their own home
New research suggests that many young people in Britain are pessimistic about their likelihood of ever owning their own home.
Why are Law firms uncertain about offering equity release advice?
Despite rising consumer demand for both products and advice in equity release, for law firms, it remains a niche market.
2018-19 Practising Certificate fees could be frozen
Draft plans released by the Law Society Group could mean that practising certificates fees could be the same in 2018-19 as those this year.
Conveyancer Spotlight – Ramsdens Solicitors LLP
Ramsdens solicitors are based in Yorkshire and specialise in all aspects of law, servicing businesses and individuals covering various sectors. Ramsdens today is a regionally focused law firm with 14 offices across Yorkshire with 270 staff of which 31 are partners.
Referral Fees – CA highlights need for disclosure
The Conveyancing Association’s (CA) Director of Delivery, Beth Rudolf, has recently shared her thoughts on the launch of the survey on estate agent referral fees.
May sees sales received for registration build
May saw a rise in the number of sales received for registration. According to HM Land Registry data, the total saw a month-on-month uplift of 5,021.
UK Yearly House Price Growth at slowest rate in 5 years
Recent data has revealed that this month, yearly house price growth in the UK slipped to 2%, its slowest pace in half a decade.
New investment in social housing announced
The Government has announced that it will invest £1.67 billion to support a new generation of council homes for those in search of affordable rented housing.
Government releases new ‘how to’ guides on leasing, letting and renting
Three new guides designed to help landlords and tenants who work or live in private rented housing have been published today (26/06/18).
Transactions decline across the UK
New data shows that transactions in Greater London have experienced a fall of 7.9% over the past quarter.
Single FTBs have to save for over a decade to raise a deposit
Ten and a half years is the amount of time the average single first-time buyer would have to save for in order to raise a deposit.
Industry share their view on referral fees survey launch
Earlier this week, the National Trading Standards Estate Agency Team (NTSEAT) launched a survey aiming to assess the use of referral fees by estate agents.
38% of homeowners don’t trust estate agent referrals
New research has revealed that over a third of home movers don’t trust legal service referrals from estate agents.
Research reveals nearly 50% gap between asking and selling prices
The UK’s online estate agent, Emoov has revealed data showing a 45% difference between the current average UK asking price of £414,359 and the current selling price of £226,906.
Applications to change or query Land Register grew in May
The latest data from HM Land Registry shows that applications to change or query the Land Register saw an uplift last month.
May sees property transactions build
Revealing the monthly estimated figures for both residential and non-residential property transactions, HM Revenue & Customs property statistics for May 2018 were released today.
The “Bank of Mum and Dad” lifeline and the Stamp Duty Land Tax trap
An accounting, tax and advisory practice have said that flagship measures introduced by the Government could be pricing first-time buyers out of the market.
Research shows buying cheaper than renting in all UK regions
New research has revealed that average monthly mortgage repayments are less than average rental prices in every UK region.
