YouGov research proves customers need for online access to conveyancing services
A recent study conducted by YouGov saw more than 4 out of 10 consumers demanding online access to conveyancing services. This research sought to investigate the consumer habits of 4,000 buyers and sellers within the residential property market. As such a significant level of consumers are seeking online tools and support, is the conveyancing industry […]
Land Registry improve postal application systems
It has been announced this week that the Land Registry have introduced two new ways for conveyancing firms to submit land registration applications, as well as maintain regular correspondence. This change has come about following the addition of front end scanning at the Registry. This led to inconsistency in postal application delivery, as all post […]
SRA warns about client account usage
The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) have published a warning notice reminding solicitors why a client account should not be mis-used for clients or others. The notice explains why use is prohibited, what represents mis-use of the client account, and what action might be taken against those breaching the Code of Conduct. Payments into the client […]
Did Thatcher change the face of conveyancing?
Recently uncovered documentation dated from the 1980s released by the National Archives, has revealed former Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher fought against the government at the time, to allow solicitors working within banks, building societies and similar institutions, to carry out conveyancing services. The Cabinet minutes which were dated from March 1985, document a discussion regarding […]
Conveyancer Slater – Tweet of the Week
I think the boredom of conveyancing may kill me one day soon! 😴📓 — Donna (@DonnaAllan17) January 14, 2015
LFS Regional Conveyancing Seminars 2015
The Law Firm Services (LFS) regional seminars for 2015 are set to commence in just a couple of weeks, and are nearly all sold out! This year is set to be an exciting one within the conveyancing sector, so attending such renowned events will be worthwhile for all solicitors, legal practitioners and conveyancing departments across […]
Experienced Conveyancing Solicitor joins Hoowla in their mission to modernise conveyancing
Online conveyancing case management software provider Hoowla welcomes Natalie Williams to their growing team. As an Ex conveyancing solicitor, Natalie has a wealth of experience in the industry and will be responsible for on boarding new conveyancing firms signed up to use Hoowla and building strong relationships with them. Natalie will also be working closely […]
Slim down this New Year
New Year’s resolutions can be tough to stick to but Future Climate Info (FCI) is here to help. Many of us want to slim down after the festive period, but not all of us are successful. By ordering an FCI report you can fulfil this New Year’s resolution without even realising it! Our reports are […]
Survey says yes to ETSOS
Conveyancing technology specialist ETSOS have added Property Assure survey products to their search ordering portal. The new service aims to reduce the stress and costs associated with further investigative work following a Valuation Survey or HomeBuyer Report. Some 20% of initial surveys indicate that additional inspections should be undertaken, covering a range of defects including […]
LMS announces new partnership with The Melton Building Society
LMS, one of the UK’s leading conveyancing panel management specialists, is delighted to announce its latest partnership with The Melton Building Society. This further demonstrates LMS’ commitment and connection with the building society sector. The Melton recognises the importance of providing its membership with secure services that offer the highest levels of service. LMS will […]
Home purchase lending stalls in second half of 2014
H2 2014 sees 18.4% fewer home purchase mortgages than H1 2014 December approvals stabilise after six months of slow decline – monthly mortgage volumes up 2.0% Higher LTV loans up 5.0% in December – the first monthly rise in five months There were nearly 34,000 fewer home purchase mortgage approvals in the second half of […]
Law Society to face negligent misrepresentation action in 2015
We have long been aware of and talking about the case where innocent purchaser Nick Christofi lost over 700k to criminals who had set up a fake branch office in order to steal his house purchase funds. Mr Christofi’s solicitors, Schubert Murphy, relied upon the Law Society’s Find a Solicitor website when seeking to ensure […]
Gas Access Campaign gains support from National Federation of ALMOs
A body representing dozens of social landlords has thrown its weight behind a campaign to improve gas safety. The National Federation of Arms Length Management Organisations (NFA) has backed the Gas Access Campaign which is calling for a more efficient system of gas servicing for social landlords. The NFA is the trade body for 47 […]
The Legal Pitfalls of Contaminated Land
On 18th December 2014 The Law Society issued a Practice Note regarding contaminated land, outlining their views of good practice in this area, in order for solicitors and licenced conveyancers to protect the buyer. Land throughout England and Wales has a history of contamination as a consequence from the countries’ industrial growth in areas such […]
2015 – Happy New Year?
That economic sage of our time, Cristiano Ronaldo of Real Madrid, neatly summed things up in 2008 when he said “There is no point in making predictions. It’s not worth speculating because nothing is set in stone and things change all the time.” So, time to have a look into 2015! The wider housing market […]
Who will be investing in the property sector?
This year is set to bring about many changes and the plans in place for the property market under the coalition may be eradicated; depending on which political party gains power come May. Who will invite the greatest boost for the conveyancing sector and who is set to encourage crucial first time buying? It’s clear […]
Conveyancers’ optimism cools, reveals SearchFlow’s Sentiment Survey
Latest research from SearchFlow, the UK’s leading conveyancing search provider, suggests that the property market is continuing to cool, with some conveyancers reporting a slowdown in business and as a consequence there is also less optimism within the industry. SearchFlow’s Conveyancer Sentiment Survey, which covers the period from October to December found that 43% of […]
Future Climate’s new and competitive Environmental Reports on offer at Searches UK!
Searches UK have teamed up with Future Climate to offer the latest environmental reports on the market to their clients. Future Climate Info Ltd recently launched a brand new and innovative suite of Environmental Reports. These new reports analyse data in the categories of Environmental (including Contaminated Land), Flood Ground Stability, and Energy and Infrastructure. […]
3 Reasons Why Conveyancers Can’t Afford Not To Invest In Customer Service
Most law firms do not have a dedicated customer service department. When clients make a complaint, this often falls to an allocated individual in the department concerned, or a member of the compliance team. This doesn’t mean that client service should not be front-of-mind for every practising lawyer. Something to shout about In the increasingly […]
‘Divorce Day’ calls up 19%
As telephone answering specialist Moneypenny releases its call trend data looking back on 2014, the company; endorsed by the Law Society and supporting more than 900 law firms, has reported a 19% spike in calls on what has been dubbed ‘Divorce Day’, the first Monday back in business after the Christmas break. This figure comes […]
