Six months till the arrival of SQE
The six-month countdown has begun until the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) introduces a new route to qualifying as a solicitor – the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE). There will be a gradual transition to the new system, but solicitors need to get up to speed on the changes that are coming. From September 2021, aspiring solicitors […]
HMLR Practice Guide updates: PG27 & PG49
Here are the latest practice guide updates issued by HM Land Registry. The leasehold reform legislation (PG27) Page summary: Advice for conveyancers on the land registration aspects of the exercise of rights under leasehold reform legislations (practice guide 27). Change made: Section 7 has been amended to emphasise the need for a certificate to be […]
Conveyancers urge industry to manage client expectations over SDLT
Conveyancing firms are encouraging the industry to set homemover expectations accordingly when it comes to the extension of the SDLT holiday. Speaking to a number of readers Today’s Conveyancer understands many estate agents are advising new homemovers that they will be able to sell before the next deadlines in June and September. But the reality […]