Why upfront property information could transform the home-buying process
As the government considers reforms to improve the home-buying and selling process, proposals to provide more property information upfront could represent a significant shift in how transactions are approached. Giving buyers access to key information earlier could improve transparency, support more informed decisions and reduce some of the uncertainty that can build throughout a transaction. […]
FCA bans law firm manager ‘responsible for £28m client money shortfall’
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has banned the manager of a law firm from working in financial services, after he allowed more than £28 million of client money to be taken from accounts without authorisation. The FCA acted after an investigation by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) into Nurul Miah, also known as Neil Mia […]
Neil Sachdev to continue as HMLR chair for four years
The minister for housing and local government, Baroness Taylor OBE, has extended Neil Sachdev’s tenure as chair of HM Land Registry Board for another four years. The extension ensures continuity of experienced leadership for the Land Registry Board, HMLR said. Sachdev, who was awarded an MBE for his work in energy efficiency and sustainability, said […]
Conveyancing Foundation mental health course champions wellbeing in the workplace
The Conveyancing Foundation has launched a new online Mental Health Champion (MHC) course for conveyancers, designed to help property professionals champion wellbeing in the workplace. Delivered in partnership with Today’s Media, the course will be held on the 17th November and split into two two-hour sessions. Following completion of the course, participants will receive a […]
Firm news: trainees embark on legal careers with TWM and Napthens
TWM Solicitors and Napthens have welcomed new intakes of trainees starting out in their legal careers. At TWM Solicitors, Abigail Stark, Charlie Behan, Ella Dhillon, Imogen Barton, Melissa Parker and Olivia Beks (pictured) are all taking the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE) route to qualification. TWM said the firm places great emphasis on nurturing the next […]
Profile: Tatiana Sharposhnikova, CEO and founder at Sharpwell Property Law
Tatiana Sharposhnikova is the founder and CEO of Sharpwell Property Law, a London firm which helps buyers from all backgrounds overcome some of the most common and frustrating hurdles that can come with home purchases. A multi-lingual solicitor with over 20 years’ experience in UK property law, she specialises in complex and cross-border transactions for […]