Law Society voices concerns over consumer protection
News a key legal regulator has given the go-ahead for an unregulated business to start employing solicitors to advise its clients was met with alarm by the Law Society of England and Wales which said rules were being relaxed without proper scrutiny.
Think tank suggests sector reform could help solve housing crisis
It’s no secret that many of those looking to take their first step on the property ladder are struggling, with many of the younger generation forced to live with parents or seek help from friends or relatives.
April sees house price growth subside
Recent data has revealed that whilst house prices in the three months to April were 2.2% up on the corresponding period in 2017, growth subsided from March’s reading of 2.7%.
57% of towns and cities see decline in property supply despite overall growth
New data has revealed that property supply in towns and cities rose in April for the fifth month in a row.
FCA calls for innovation to help consumers identify best mortgage deal
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has published its interim report into the mortgage market, finding that competition in the mortgage market is working well for many people.