What trends are fuelling the residential property market in 2024?

The Q1 2024 edition of Landmark’s Property Trends Report is now live. This report takes a thorough look at the latest cross-market activities within the residential sector. Q1 2024: a market showing cautious optimism After a challenging 2023, did Q1 2024 offer us more reasons to feel positive? Our data reveals a cautiously optimistic home-moving […]

Cyber Essentials Plus Accreditation demonstrates search firm’s commitment to compliance

X-Press Legal Services has successfully secured Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation for the third year running. This accreditation, supported by the UK government and the National Cyber Security Centre, reflects the dedication of England & Wales’s largest independent property search firm, to maintaining the highest standards of security compliance. X-Press Legal Services’ commitment to addressing the […]

Understanding the Pros and Cons of Employment vs. Self-Employment in Conveyancing

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When it comes to the world of conveyancing, professionals often face a significant decision: should they remain employed or venture into self-employment? Both options offer distinct advantages and drawbacks, and understanding them is crucial for making informed career choices. Let’s explore the pros and cons of each path and understand how the cons are taken […]

Checkboard and PLS partner to ‘enhance conveyancing offering’

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Onboarding and verification service Checkboard have announced a partnership with conveyancing search provider Progressive Legal Solutions (PLS). The tie up will enable firms ordering through PLS to access Checkboard’s suite of compliance and verification services. By combining Checkboard’s enhanced client due diligence checks which include Biometric ID (which is itself in line with HM Land […]

Industry boss calls on other estate agents to ‘combat material information issues’

In light of recent guidance from the National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team (NTSELAT), the owner of a leading agency is stressing the importance of providing material information upfront. Mark Ross, Co-Founder and Managing Director at Redbrik Estate Agent, said that presenting full material information early in the process will “avoid unexpected issues” […]

Estate agents must ‘enhance their skills’ to improve home buying and selling process

With the Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (LUHC) Committee launching an investigation into the property transaction process in England, Managing Director at Property Academy, Danielle Nash is calling for agents to consider ways they can help improve the system. Danielle believes the main way to ensure movers have a stress-free experience when buying or selling […]