Diary of a high street conveyancer: 23rd October 2023
As I often say, it is tough being a conveyancer. It is so dependent on many factors beyond our control and even as the process becomes more digitised, this does not get over the universal truth which is that we are dealing with people. They have their own ideas and plans as to when […]
Challenging times for conveyancers
It’s been a mixed few weeks at Aconveyancing. In the last six weeks alone, I’ve taken part in panel discussions, podcasts, webinars, roundtables. Loads of really exiting, proactive work alongside some very talented and inspiring people within our industry. It would be easy to think that on the face of it, I am a confident […]
The SRA AML Report – what does it mean for Source of Funds and what can you do about it?
Amidst a tide of new and updated legal anti-money laundering (AML) regulation, conveyancing remains very much the highest risk area. As part of this, failure to carry out Source of Funds (SoF) checks remains the second most common reason for an AML report to be received from the regulator. From the SRA report: “Understanding the […]
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder and how can it be managed?
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression brought on by a change in the seasons. Commonly triggered during the autumn or winter months when the days become shorter, the condition causes low mood and can be very debilitating. The reduction in the amount of sunlight during this time can negatively affect chemicals in […]
Understanding a Property Transaction at an Undervalue in Insolvency
If a business experiences financial difficulty and becomes insolvent, the appointed officeholder scrutinises the company’s financial affairs to identify whether antecedent transactions have been made. These are transactions conducted before, or at the time of insolvency, and are typically associated with fraudulent activity or attempts to avoid repaying the company’s creditors the monies they are […]
Diary of a high street conveyancer: 15th October 2023
I have read a lot this week about firms downsizing. The market is slowing and this is the time when firms will think about what they need to do. Some firms will start to make staff redundant (if they have not already done so) and my heart goes out to those staff who are put […]
Keeping the search industry on its toes
The latest Today’s Conveyancer podcast welcomes on Kevin Johnson and Jeremy Dorkins to discuss their latest venture as founders of On Point Data, a new conveyancing search company launched in 2023. Following significant consolidation of the search market over the past 5 years we are starting to see new ventures enter the fray again. On […]
How can conveyancers prevent the risk of burnout in the workplace?
There’s no denying that conveyancing is a stressful career to navigate and workplace burnout may never be far away. It’s easy to ignore feelings of stress when days are hectic, but also crucial to step back occasionally and assess its impact on mental and physical health. Excessive workloads and constant work pressures make it ever […]
Conveyo: Oops we did it, again – to Exchange in Four Weeks!
Conveyo, the proptech company standing for instant residential property transactions, has marked a significant milestone by repeatedly completing property transactions in a four-week timeframe, underscoring Conveyo’s commitment to expediting property sales through innovative solutions. Conveyo’s approach is built on a foundation of comprehensive upfront information, ensuring that each property is legally sale-ready before it even […]
An honest appraisal of running a conveyancing practice
Running a busy conveyancing firm has its ups and down and you might have forgiven the latest guest on the Today’s Conveyancer podcast if he had packed his bags and walked away when he sold his stake in his law firm in 2019 12 years after he set it up in 2007. But Simon Thomas […]
World Mental Health Day; important resources
On Tuesday 10th October, World Mental Health Day 2023 takes place and this year’s theme is that ‘Mental health is a universal human right’. I can think of few people who wouldn’t agree with that and, in my view, any opportunity to raise awareness of mental health can only be a good thing, particularly in […]
Diary of a high street conveyancer: 9th October 2023
So what has happened in conveyancing world this week? Well, I had a client who completed his house purchase in 2020 who emailed me to tell me that there was now an issue with the roof and asked if I could go back to the sellers’ solicitor to ask them about a contribution to […]
Unlocking Efficiency: Conveyo’s facilitates 4 weeks Property Sale
Introduction In the world of residential property transactions, efficiency and transparency have long been sought-after attributes. This case study delves into how Conveyo leveraged its unique approach to streamline a recent property transaction, showcasing the transformative impact of upfront information availability. The Challenge Conveyo was tasked by the buyer and the seller with facilitating the […]
LEAP Modern Law Conveyancing Awards 2023 – Shortlist
LEAP Modern Law Conveyancing Awards 2023 – Shortlist We are thrilled to unveil the shortlist for the highly anticipated LEAP Modern Law Conveyancing Awards 2023. These awards celebrate excellence and innovation in the conveyancing field. Our esteemed panel of judges has meticulously reviewed submissions from across the industry, selecting outstanding individuals and firms who have […]
Work life matters: Communication
I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve heard my clients’ people say “communication in our company isn’t very good”. Now they may well mean what they say, but when I probe and ask for a bit more detail and nuance, it’s often lacking. Moaning about poor communication is sometimes the easy way out. […]
Are Four-Week Property Transactions the New Norm?
Conveyo, the proptech company standing for instant residential property transactions, repeatedly achieved property exchanges in just four weeks, shattering previous industry timelines. The new approach by Conveyo has raised an intriguing question: is four weeks the new standard for property transactions? Traditionally, property transactions in the UK have often been associated with lengthy processes, with […]
The Perfect Lawyer
The latest Today’s Conveyancer podcast welcomes Simon McCrum to discuss the contents of his latest book “The Perfect Lawyer” with host David Opie. There isn’t much Simon McCrum doesn’t know about running a law firm having been there, done it, and got the t-Shirt. In this discussion Simon shares a little about his background and […]
Diary of a high street conveyancer: 2nd October 2023
I had an interesting turn of events in a transaction this week. All of those of us who work at the coal face of conveyancing know that no two days are ever the same and that is the joy of the job as well as being frustrating when unexpected time consuming events occur in a […]
Confessions of a cyber conveyancer
Data is the new oil. Upfront information is the silver bullet. Artificial intelligence will make everyone redundant. Spend any time on LinkedIn and having scrolled past the boxes of Roses, spaniels on office chairs and copies of illegible thank you notes – you’ll have been bombarded by many of these messages. It’s not that they […]
A 12-step guide to law firm competitor analysis
Keeping an eye on your law firm’s rivals: A 12-step guide to law firm competitor analysis Does your firm keep a beady eye on what competitors are doing? While some law firms aspire to be trailblazers, they do so with a blind eye to the strategies of their counterparts. Competitor analysis is the compass that […]