Survey results from Searches UK reveal that growth in the market is expected – a prediction from industry professionals

Searches UK are committed to ensuring their clients are kept up-to-date with trends and developments in the industry. After conducting a survey, which was sent to over 14,000 industry professionals in the property market, Searches UK are pleased to disclose their findings about the perceptions and predictions of the market for the forthcoming year.

After a selection of Solicitors, Conveyancers, Estate Agents and other industry professionals were asked about their views on the property market for 2015, nearly 60% predicted growth in the industry with a view to there being more property transactions than the previous year, whilst over 30% thought the market would stay the same.

Stamp Duty changes in 2014 meant that property buyers would pay less Stamp Duty overall when buying a property– leading to over 56% of recipients feeling that the number of buyers coming to the market would increase in 2015.

Managing Director at Searches UK, Andrew Stenning said: “We’re pleased with the results of our survey and are even more delighted that industry professionals have an optimistic view of the year ahead. To keep our clients informed about trends in the market it is important for us here at Searches UK to gain insight into the industry to help Solicitors and Conveyancers in the property market obtain more information about what is happening in their field.”

These results indicate that professionals in the industry are confident that more business will be generated in the coming year, revealing a prediction of positive and healthy growth in the industry.

Searches UK provide residential and commercial conveyancing searches, as well as other added value services including Reimbursement Schemes, Lawyer Checker products, Compliance Checks and AML I.D. Checks.

To find out more about any of the products or services offered by Searches UK visit www.searchesuk.co.uk, call them on their free phone number 0800 043 1815 or email them directly at info@searchesuk.co.uk. Opening an account is quick and easy – please ask one of their Conveyancing Specialists to set this up for you today to start placing orders with Searches UK.

About Searches UK

Searches UK is one of the UK’s leading search providers, specialising in a full range of professional conveyancing services for both residential and commercial properties. With a team of industry professionals and efficient search agents, providing a fast, reliable, accurate and cost effective service is a priority. In addition to conveyancing searches, Searches UK offer unique products, Indemnity Insurance Policies and Free CPDs to provide clients with all the tools and knowledge required to lead a successful and professional business.

Above all Searches UK are a personal company that will go above and beyond to accommodate individual customer requirements.

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