The Politics of Property
This year’s Real Estate Symposium Dinner is on September 18th. As always, this event is an opportunity for the key providers of home buying and selling services to look to the future and discuss how upcoming events and developments will affect our marketplace. Probably the most significant upcoming event for our industry is the General […]
What lies beneath your London property?
When moving into a multi-million pound home in London what would your first thought be? Who are my neighbours? How secure is my house? How many bedrooms does it have? You probably wouldn’t even consider how close it is to a tube line or that the tube line could cause vibrations throughout the property. The […]
Contaminated land in China
Over the last few decades China has become the world’s number one economic superpower but has this rapid growth left a dirty secret for the future of China to deal with? In March 2014 China published the results of a nine year research project into the quality of the country’s arable land. The results are […]
Kursaal Amusement Park Case Study
We recently stumbled upon an intriguing set of maps whilst researching for a report. The map, from 1950, shows the now abandoned Kursaal Amusement Park in intricate detail. Opened in Southend in 1901, the amusement park included rides such as the Never Stop Railway, Midget Mansion and the Wall of Death. The park was hugely […]
Quantus to add additional search provider to their panel
Leicester based firm Quantus has always taken pride when it comes to offering their clients the best possible choice for all conveyancing needs. Due to the continued increase in business, they have recognised the need for adding a new search provider to their panel. Managing Director of Quantus Kevin Preston has examined the market place […]
The Money Advice Service get the go ahead for new financial adviser directory plans
Following a public consultation earlier this year, the Money Advice Service are putting to work plans to create an impartial financial adviser directory, to help consumers research and find regulated financial experts and the most suitable advisory service. Currently there is no set way for consumers to thoroughly and efficiently find and assess the right […]
The Co-Operative Bank Plc v Phillips [2014] EWHC 2862 (Ch) (21 August 2014)
We welcome again Anis Waiz, solicitor and head of commercial litigation at Curtis Law Solicitors, as he continues his critical review of current case law. This important case raises a number of key issues as to a lenders right to seek possession and the costs a lender can recover under a charge. This case is […]
Welsh Conveyancer completes mammoth expedition in aid of Cancer Research UK
Convey Law’s Geraint Aubrey has completed his Alpine three peak challenge but still needs a little help in raising the final figure to achieve his £10,000 fund raising target. Geraint first discussed undertaking a fundraising activity with his employers at Convey Law over twelve months ago, and sharing Geraint’s drive to raise money for Cancer […]
Supporting the Conveyancing Community: PSG Reveals Autumn Events and Sponsorship Program
PSG provides more than a complete search service by supporting Solicitors, Conveyancers and the wider community in a varied range of training, sponsorship and charitable activities throughout the year. After a busy Spring and Summer, PSG are delighted to announce their Autumn events and sponsorship program as they continue to support the industry at key […]
Moneypenny and mmadigital join forces to improve new business conversions
Telephone answering specialist Moneypenny and mmadigital, the online marketing agency for the legal sector, have joined together to assist law firms in securing and converting new enquiries. The new link up is aimed at offering a more joined up approach by encouraging firms to ensure they have all their incoming telephone calls covered to maximise […]
CQS, Compliance and the Cloud
The Compli team from Weightmans is delighted to be hosting a series of FREE seminars entitled “CQS, Compliance and the Cloud”. With input from compliant search provider ETOS, Cloud and IT infrastructure providers Converge Technology Specialists and leading accounts package Quill Pinpoint, the seminars are targeted at conveyancing partners, heads of conveyancing and compliance managers […]
How important is it to have a complete background screening on employees?
It is now becoming more crucial than ever for employees to be screened prior to employment. Though the typical references and security checks are now a familiar routine among many law firms and professional sectors, should deeper education, financial and even general lifestyle screenings be added to the list? Following the widely reported case of […]
SearchFlow continues to strengthen team
Less than a year after its acquisition by dmg information, SearchFlow is continuing to build with appointments of key senior personnel across the business. In addition to the recent arrival of new Managing Director, John Pickford, SearchFlow is expanding its IT, customer service and marketing departments and delivering additional expertise through the account management team. […]
Will the new Groundsure Underground report revolutionise conveyancing within London?
Conveyancing Data Services are pleased to announce a new comprehensive report ‘Groundsure Underground’ featuring information on the location and approximate depth of London Undergrounds lines, and the location and status of the CrossRail project for the London area. In London and the outskirts subterranean extensions are becoming increasingly popular with homeowners as they seek more […]
CA member firms now account for 1 in 7 housing transactions in England & Wales
Members of the Conveyancing Association (CA) accounted for more than one in 7 of all housing transactions in 2013, according to research and analysis by the new Conveyancing Map business intelligence tool. The Conveyancing Map shows that of the 802,400 residential purchases completed in 2013, CA members were responsible for 115,511— accounting for a total […]
Clients of Searches UK will receive a host of benefits through our new account plus scheme
Leading conveyancing search provider, Searches UK, is launching Account Plus a fantastic scheme which offers a variety of benefits to clients in dealing with the management of their firm and providing effective tools to improve the way their business is run. Working in partnership with 360 Legal Group, Searches UK will offer this scheme to […]
Bromley CPD Seminar for solicitors and conveyancers
In response to demand by Bromley law firms for more CPD seminars outside Central London, a number of key industry speakers are coming to Bromley Court Hotel on 15th October. Sessions cover a variety of subjects covering Risk, Compliance and Marketing and will qualify for 3 hours CPD — well timed due to the cut-off […]
The history and future of the Thames Barrier
The North Sea Flood of 1953 was caused by a combination of a high spring tide and severe windstorms, and in some areas led to the sea level being more than 5.6 meters above its normal height. It was one of the most devastating natural disasters ever to be recorded in the UK with 1,600 […]
How getting on the property ladder saves money
Recent research carried out by the Halifax has revealed first time buyers are saving around £1,300 a year, compared to those who are renting. Assuming first time buyers have a 10% deposit and considering all the costs incurred when buying a property – including saving for a deposit, mortgage payments, maintenance and insurance costs, the […]
LMS comment on Nationwide House Price Index
£· LMS (Legal Marketing Services) is one of the UK’s largest providers of outsourced property services, including conveyancing, remortgage, and IT services. £· Each year LMS successfully manages some 130,000 transactions, helping to enable more than £15 billion in loans for intermediaries and lenders. £· The LMS system is based on the company’s unique STARS (Servicer […]