Scam Alert Round up 22nd February

Here are the most recent scam alerts issued by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA). Facebook page misusing the name “Sookias and Sookias” A facebook page under the name “Ian Brown has been set up claiming he works at a “Sookias and Sookias”. Whilst the SRA regulates several people named “Ian Brown” none work at Sookias […]

Landfill now landfull!

For many, the prospect of autumn brought warm feelings for pumpkin spiced lattes, golden crisp leaves glazing the ground and wholesome hearty foods. The reality for many this year was devastating consequences due to flooding. December 2015 was named the wettest month since Met Office records began. The torrential downpours left behind chaos, crisis and […]

Delays on VAT charges for Council (Official) Local Authority Searches

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After much to-ing and fro-ing in relation to the implementation of VAT to be added to Council (Official) Local Authority Searches, HMRC has now confirmed that the proposed changes are due to be implemented on the 4th July 2016. The reasons for the delay are as a result of practical difficulties in implementing the change […]

OneSearch Direct take part in legal easel CPD Conference, Preston

OneSearch Direct, the UK’s largest local search data company, are taking part in today’s Legal Easel Conference, hosted by Professional Conferences. Discussing major issues in commercial and residential property law, delegates will explore recent case studies on topics such as rights of way, restrictive covenants, and SDLT issues. Taking part in Ribby Hall Village, Preston, […]

Land Registry website to be unavailable for two days

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The Land Registry’s website is set to be unavailable from 6.30pm on Friday 4th March until 6.00am on the following Monday morning. Access to the portal, Business Gateway and Find a property services will be prevented while the maintenance takes place. Land Registry have apologised for any inconvenience caused.

Goldsmith Williams launches free Buy to Let Tool Box for the broker market

Goldsmith Williams, the national conveyancers, has today (22nd February 2016) launched a free Buy to Let Tool Box for brokers to help them when dealing with Buy to Let clients. The Tool Box, which contains a full guide on a wide range of buy to let issues, can be accessed via the GWLive site, www.goldsmithwilliams.co.uk/gwlive […]