Updated Law Society Conveyancing Protocols Released
The 2019 edition of the Law Society Conveyancing Protocol has been released. The new protocols will highlight the best practice in residential conveyancing, highlighting how solicitors acting on behalf of buyers and sellers of leasehold and freehold properties can best advise their clients. It is hoped that the Conveyancing Protocol is another important piece of […]
Property Agents To Be Officially Regulated And Qualified
An independent regulator, updated code of practice and mandatory qualifications are set to be enforced in the property agency sector. The Government has been tasked with creating a list of reserved activities a regulated firm and agent should perform to remain compliant. The new regulations will impact all primary stakeholders carrying out property agency work; […]
From Pretending To Delivering: Industry Comment
Joe Pepper, CEO of tmgroup explains how tm are helping law firms and estate agents offer a truly digital consumer experience. It is a myth that all business have gone digital. Whilst consumers are used to instant online purchasing and interacting with a multitude of apps that manage everything from holidays to finances, many businesses […]
UK Public Has Little Trust In Local Council And Private Developers
Only 7% of the UK population trust local councils to make decisions in the best interests of the local area they are entrusted to protect and grow. Following a survey of over 2,100 nationally represented members of the UK public, collated by property managing and development specialists Grosvenor, also found fewer than 2% trust private […]