Practice guide update: PG68
Amending deeds that effect dispositions of registered land (PG68) Page summary: Guidance about practice and requirements for applications supported by a transfer or deed to update the register (practice guide 68). Change made: A new section 5 has been added to provide information about the statutory discretion to alter documents accompanying an application to HM […]
Digital Conveyancing Summit updated agenda released
Exciting new additions to the Digital Conveyancing Summit on 22nd November 2023 agenda have been released. The newest additions to the Digital Conveyancing Summit agenda have been released, with carefully curated sessions exploring the most pressing topics and challenges in conveyancing. Panels will discuss whether the new Digital Property Market Steering Group can drive the […]
Smart Legal’s Smooth Migration from Osprey to Hoowla
For Smart Legal, a law firm based in London, the need for a seamless migration from their existing Osprey case management system needed to be fast, efficient and carry all of their existing data with no loss of information. Their trust in Hoowla was met with success that speaks volumes about Hoowla’s skills in case […]
Diary of a high street conveyancer: 30th October 2023
It is still the case that many prospective clients call the office to ask for a breakdown of costs. Invariably, he or she has already called other firms and may have spoken with another solicitor – or did they? And with that question, I do not mean was it a “real” conversation . I am […]
Special Edition: Property Trends Q3 2023
In this shortened special edition of the Today’s Conveyancer podcast host David Opie is joined by Ochresoft MD Rob Gurney and Landmark Estate Agency Services MD Ben Robinson to discuss the latest Landmark Property Trends Report released recently. The quarterly report looks at 4 key stats drawn from a number of sources including HMLR and […]
National Paralegal Day 2023
The National Association of Licensed Paralegals (NALP) are hosting their third National Paralegal Day with an evening event at the House of Commons in London on Wednesday 8th November 2023, from 7pm to 9pm. The event will also see NALP’s very first NALP Paralegal Achievement Awards, which are being launched this year as part of […]
Is it time to phase out the ‘feudal’ leasehold system?
As the King’s Speech fast approaches, talk has started surrounding the notion that any new houses built in England and Wales will be sold as freehold properties. The move away from the leasehold system is allegedly part of government reforms. Michael Gove, the levelling-up secretary, is meant to be setting these proposed leasehold reforms out […]
Housing Insight Report: Economic uncertainty and seasonal trends impact property prospects
The latest Propertymark Housing Insight Report reveals a dynamic landscape in the UK’s housing market, with economic uncertainty and seasonal influences causing fluctuations. The report revealed that high inflation and interest rates persist, making market conditions challenging for all stakeholders in the housing sector. While numerous socio-economic factors continue to drive housing demand, recent data […]
Early ordering of searches reduces conveyancing fall through rate, says 4Corners Property
Phil Priest of 4Corners Property shares his thoughts on the need for upfront information when it comes to speeding up the conveyancing process. The time from offer to completion has doubled since 2016 inline with the fall through rates which are now sitting at over 30% and this is climbing each year. This has a […]
#BCAwards2024 – Early-bird entry deadline approaching
There is just one week remaining to take advantage of this year’s early bird entry fee and put yourself in the running for one of 22 coveted awards at The British Conveyancing Awards 2024. #BCAwards2024 The awards run by Today’s Media, the publishers of Today’s Conveyancer, will return to 8 Northumberland Avenue in London on […]
New laws to speed up planning, build homes and level up
New laws came into force today to speed up the planning system, hold developers to account, cut bureaucracy, and encourage more councils to put in place plans to enable the building of new homes. These measures have become enshrined in law after the Levelling-Up and Regeneration Bill received Royal Assent. The Government is on […]
Law Society President disappointed in delays to ‘no fault’ eviction ban
The Law Society of England and Wales President, Nick Emmerson has shared his thoughts on the government’s decision to delay abolishing Section 21 evictions, as part of the Renters Reform Bill. This comes after Nick Emmerson previously gave his thoughts prior to the second reading yesterday. Nick Emmerson said: “We are disappointed in the government’s […]
