170,000 Bristol properties at risk of subsidence
New research by Groundsure alerts homeowners of the potential hazards associated with abandoned mine shafts in Bristol city centre. The latest case study has identified over 170,000 properties in Bristol that are potentially at risk of ground movement. There are currently 82 reported ground collapses in the region, and with 243 mines, pits and quarries […]
Landmark Information Group launches Scottish Property Trends Report
Cross-market trend analysis for Scotland’s residential property market – includes analysis of the property transaction pipeline from property listings, sold subject to missives, legal completion and registered sales. Landmark Information Group, the leading provider of information to the UK property market, has today announced the launch of a new Property Trends Report for Scotland, which […]
Could Budget solve the Cladding scandal? And reaction to housing investment…
The property industry has responded to Rishi Sunak’s Budget, applauding the level of intended investment while maintain some cautious optimism around efforts to support those affected by the cladding scandal. Housing is a central tenet of the government’s “levelling up” agenda, with £millions pledged in an effort to increase home ownership amongst many who simply […]
Conveyancing fees dip as competition returns
The cost of moving home has risen significantly post 30th June due to the tapering and final end of the SDLT holiday in June and September to a record high of high of £11,777; up from £6,877 prior to 30th June. But professional fees have dipped slightly, potentially pointing to a return to more “normal” […]
New Leadership for LawSure
LawSure the UK’s leading specialist title and legal indemnity insurance broker have announced a new and exciting change for the company. Current Managing Director Brian Hall will assume the role of Executive Chairman, whilst Mandy Brown takes the reigns to become Managing Director of the company. Mandy will be key in driving the company forward […]