Complete separation of regulators and representative bodies not required
Plans to completely sever ties between legal regulators and their linked professional bodies are unlikely to go ahead.
Leasehold Buyers Confused Over Freehold Ownership
Leasehold buyers have come forward to voice their confusion over who their freehold really belong to.
New flood risk thumbnails hit FCI reports
As of today, Tuesday 18th July 2017, Future Climate Info (FCI) will now include individual flood risk thumbnail maps in all environmental reports, giving a much cleaner presentation of the potential flood risks.
Update to HMLR Practice Guide
HM Land Registry’s Address for service practice guide has recently been updated.
SRA Accounts Rules shift towards professional judgement
The possible impact of the SRA’s proposed Account Rules changes has been subject to scrutiny.
Advice failure means solicitors could be subject to group litigation
Failure to properly advise clients regarding onerous ground rent clauses could lead to litigation against conveyancing solicitors.
SRA Accounts Rules shift towards professional judgement
The possible impact of the SRA’s proposed Account Rules changes has been subject to scrutiny.
Advice failure means solicitors could be subject to group litigation
Failure to properly advise clients regarding onerous ground rent clauses could lead to litigation against conveyancing solicitors.
Stourbridge firm invests £750k in new home
The presence of one of the Black Country’s largest law firms has been enhanced following its recent relocation.
HMLR provide advice on new service
HM Land Registry has provided tips for conveyancing professionals with an aim to help them gain maximum benefit from their new service.
LPL pledges personal approach
Customers of new conveyancing firm LPL will benefit from a better quality of service and a more personal approach.
HMLR’s new service speeds up conveyancing
HM Land Registry has revealed that over three-quarters of customers found that their new service reduced time needed to speak to them about registration applications.
Leasehold residents claim developer “abused its position”
Residents on a new build estate have expressed their anger towards a developer who “misled” them when buying their homes.
Property Search Group announces sponsorship of Premiership winner’s testimonial year
Property Search Group, a market leading provider of searches to Conveyancers across England and Wales, has signed up as a major sponsor of rugby legend Gareth Steenson’s testimonial year.
Panel debate urges industry to unite
The industry has recently been called on to simplify the buying and selling process by improving communication.
The in between bit
Many firms, understandably, breathe a hefty sigh of relief once the renewal process is completed, sometimes forgetting that effective management of PI insurance is a year round process.
Conveyancing regulator calls for feedback on sanction guidance
A sanctions ladder has been proposed by the Council for Licensed Conveyancers (CLC) in order to ensure that members who face disciplinary action are treated consistently.
Groundsure is proud winner of PPA Business Information Brand of the Year 2017
Groundsure is delighted to announce that it was the proud winner of the “Business Information Brand of the Year 2017” award at the recent PPA Awards.
Newcastle law firm enhances team
A Newcastle-based law firm has recently strengthened its team with an internal promotion and two new appointments.
Summer months mean potential rise in fraud
A potential rise in fraud over the summer has led to buy-to-let landlords and homeowners being warned to take precautionary measures.
