Access legal proclaim releases land registry version 2 to help conveyancers reduce delays and take ‘more control’ over transactions
To support conveyancers to improve property transaction efficiency, reduce delays and enhance visibility of key transaction data, Access Legal, leading provider of software and services to the UK legal market, has released Version 2 of its enhanced Land Registry Business Gateway integration within its renowned Proclaim case management software. As part of the updated integration, […]
Unlocking the power of AI: Opportunities and use cases for law firms
Artificial intelligence (AI) is here. And it’s already reshaping the way law firms operate. Whether automating repetitive tasks, improving risk management, or boosting efficiency, AI presents a genuine opportunity for forward-thinking legal practices. But with new opportunities come new responsibilities. And as firms explore AI tools, it’s essential they consider how to govern them safely […]
Conveyancers invited to sharpen post-completion practice in free CPD webinar
tmGroup and Redbrick Solutions, in partnership with IQ Legal Training, are offering residential conveyancers a timely opportunity to improve their risk approach to post-completion work through a free, expert-led webinar: “Post-Completion – Avoiding Risks” Monday, 19 May 2025, from 11.00 am – 12:00 pm Designed for legal professionals at all levels, this focused, one-hour session […]
March transaction numbers ‘foundation for growth’ but capacity could be an issue
The impact of the SDLT deadline on 31st March was evident in the latest figures from HMRC which showed sizeable uplifts in transactions from February 2025 and March 2024. The provisional seasonally adjusted estimate of UK residential transactions in March is 177,370, which is 104% higher than March 2024 and 62% higher than February 2025. […]
Two million first time buyers ‘missing from the housing market’
A new report from the Building Societies Association (BSA) suggests that a significant number of potential first-time buyers have failed to get on the property ladder since the financial crisis. BSA analysis of historic first-time buyer data shows that around 7.2 million individuals or couples would have been expected to buy their first home since […]
PEXA receive FCA approval for TPMA launch
Digital property exchange platform PEXA have announced they have been formally approved by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to become an Authorised Payment Institution (API); which in time will enable it to act as a Third Party Managed Account (TPMA) provider to conveyancers for Sale & Purchase transactions. Since launching in the UK PEXA have […]
New chair for collaboration group Women in Residential Property
Property industry collaboration group Women in Residential Property (WiRP) has announced the appointment of a new chair for the next term, following in the footsteps of Nicola Broomham who steps down after two years. Partner and Head of Conveyancing Services at national law firm Foot Anstey, Rebecca Kibby takes up the role and will work […]
