An end to uncertainty on leasehold reform?

2024 has come to a close with some very welcome clarity from the government on leasehold reform. Is this an end to uncertainty? At ALEP’s annual conference in October, the overwhelming sentiment was one of uncertainty – uncertainty which extended across professions but also to the five million plus leasehold flat owners in England. With the […]
The world of law around the world: Martyn’s Law, South Korea’s former president dodges summons, Trump wins ABC settlement

A roundup of legal news from around the world, here are the top stories hitting headlines globally: Dominique Pelicot Jailed for 20 Years in Landmark mass rape trial In a historic and harrowing trial, French courts have sentenced Dominique Pelicot, 72, to 20 years in prison for aggravated rape and drugging his ex-wife, Gisele Pelicot. […]
‘The property market has defied expectations’ says The Guild of Property Professionals

The Guild of Property Professionals say the property market has ‘fared better than initial forecasts’, showing signs of sustained recovery alongside resilience. Aspects such as inflation being brought under control and the bank rate on a downward trend, have both provided increased certainty for buyers, resulting in a rebound in market activity and a return […]
The good, the bad, and the ugly of legal tech: an expert view

In the first episode of series three of the Build Better Habits webinars, host Amy Bruce – head of marketing at Osprey – was joined by Peter Ambrose, CEO at The Partnership and Legalito, Cathy Kirby, consultant at Baskerville Drummond, and Jon Batchelor, Strategic Director at Farnworth Rose Solicitors. The expert guests shared their insights […]
Sustainability: Keeping on track of targets in 2025

Following the launch of our latest report: Reflections and predictions for sustainability in the property sector in 2025, Chris Loaring, Landmark’s Group Sustainability Director, explains why the industry is getting onboard with sustainability initiatives now to derive early value and avoid issues further down the line. Imagine sustainability is a train. It’s gathering momentum slowly […]
Midlands firm recognised as Great Place to Work

A Midlands law firm is celebrating having been recognised as a “Great Place to Work”; a certification scheme which recognises employers who ‘create an outstanding employee experience.’ Wright Hassall, based in Leamington, sought external accreditation after successfully running its own internal surveys annually in an effort to an exceptional place to work. Great Place To […]
Digital first approach with London conveyancing firm

Triangle Legal Services Limited, a conveyancing firm over 50 years of combined expertise, says it is ‘revolutionising’ property transactions through its comprehensive online conveyancing service, meeting growing demand for digital property services across the UK. Merging traditional legal expertise with modern service delivery, the firms says it offers property buyers and sellers nationwide access to conveyancing […]
The benefits of shared experience when running a conveyancing practice

There is often no better way to explore how you operate as a conveyancing firm than by sharing your lived experience with others in the same industry, and to be able to hear from other firms on the ways and means by which they deal with, what are often, the very same issues and problems […]
Rello Raises £650,000 in seed funding to ‘revolutionize sales progression’

Rello is offering 24/7 full chain progress visibility and sales progression service via its ‘innovative’ online platform, saying it is excited to announce the successful closure of its second-round of seed funding. This funding round, worth £215,000 brings Rello’s total seed funding in the last 16 months to £650,000. The latest investment round saw strong participation from […]
Lender becomes the UK’s first to securitise retirement interest only mortgages

A UK mortgage lender for people aged 50 to 90 has become a UK first in retirement lending – ‘showing the market confidence in later life lending’. The firm has also estimated a 300 per cent hike in revenue alongside doubling lending. LiveMore, a mortgage lender for seniors, is celebrating it’s fourth year by moving […]
Moving House Costs Skyrocket Under Labour Government

Summer has long been the UK’s peak season for moving house, with demand—and prices—both reaching annual highs. In 2023, the cost of a summer move climbed by 10.9% from spring, peaking at £1,165.52. This year, however, the surge has been even sharper. Compare My Move has found that removal costs have risen a striking 18% […]
ViewMyChain Empowers Home Sellers and Buyers with Full Chain Visibility Tool

ViewMyChain (VMC), a UK based data-driven chain management tool which offers complete property chain visibility, say they are pleased to announce the launch of its latest product- MoveMe. The new tool, hailed as ‘ground-breaking’ by the company is also billed as the first of its kind. MoveMe is designed specifically for home buyers and sellers, […]