The Land Registry’s flagship House Price index for August shows an unchanged average price of £163,376. Whilst there was no change from July, this represents a 0.7 per cent increase from the same period last

Firms are reminded to be ready for the new Land Registry fees that come into place on the 22nd October. Following efficiency savings they have been able to reduce fees by an average of 10

The LMS Mortgage report for August has put remortgaging at 25% of total gross mortgage lending. Total remortgage lending was at £3.17bn, representing the lowest proportions of market share since 1999. It seems that the

Entries are open until the 5th October for the 2012 Conveyancer of the Year Awards. Estate Agency Events launched the first Conveyancing Awards in 2011 as part of the Estate Agency of the Year Awards

The UK’s largest conveyancer has announced that Dev Malle will join the firm in the newly created role of Group Sales Director. The appointment is part of an ambitious growth strategy for myhomemove where they

Introduction We are pleased to welcome again Mr Anis Waiz Solicitor of Ozon Solicitors Manchester as he considers the very important decision of the Inner House on Appeal  in the above case.  You may recall

It is with much sadness that we have to report the sudden and unexpected death of Richard Dinning. Richard had a long and respected career working as a commercial banking and commercial property lawyer in

Marshall King has been appointed as CEO of Decision Insight Information Group, a provider of risk management and due diligence solutions for law firms, financial entities and real estate companies. The appointment announced today was

Those using avoidance schemes to dodge stamp duty land tax will face new scrutiny from HM Revenue & Customs. The schemes currently cost the public £170m a year and users will now have disclose them

Roger is the Conveyancing Services Director at Connells Group, one of the largest providers of Estate Agency and related property services in the country. He is responsible for all the Conveyancing propositions offered throughout the

The SLC has appointed an additional two directors to its board with immediate effect. Michelle Rickard of PDR Property Lawyers and Darren Becks of Angela Viney Conveyancing Services have joined the board. The board is

The RPSA has warned against the reduced levels of protection for consumers bought about by proposed changes to the Estate Agents Act. They have warned that if purchasing a property from a private seller, the

One of the most recognised legal brands in the US will enter the UK market thanks to an exclusive partnership with Quality Solicitors (QS). The deal is due to start in November with the site

The firm has retained its position as part of the Law Society’s Conveyancing Quality Scheme. Head of Conveyancing, Susan Ellis said: “We’re delighted to have been reaccredited with membership of the CQS scheme. “This recognises

Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg has unveiled a new plan to help first time buyers by allowing them to use their parents’ and grandparents’ pension funds to help raise deposits. Exact details of how the

Last night the inaugural winners of the Law Firm Services Conveyancing awards were crowned. TV and radio economist Justin Urquhart Stewart handed out the awards to the winners at a black tie dinner at the

Last night the inaugural winners of the Law Firm Services Conveyancing awards were crowned. TV and radio economist Justin Urquhart Stewart handed out the awards to the winners at a black tie dinner at the

Move with Us has reported its completions rose 21% during August, compared to the same period last year. Ian Fletcher, Director at Move with Us said: “We are proud to have helped our agents to

The Building Societies Association’s (BSA) quarterly Property Tracker has shown that whilst the availability of mortgage finance has improved, consumers are still expecting to be refused finance. The survey of 2000 consumers showed that access

The SRA has been informed that emails have been sent purportedly from Ronald Fletcher of Ronald Fletcher & Co Solicitors from email addresses attorney.ronaldfletchere@kimo.com and Fletcherronald@kimo.com relating to obtaining the benefit of an abandoned investment.

The new guidance is designed to help estate agents and others involved in property sales understand their regulatory responsibilities. The guidance identifies examples of trading practices that could breach the regulations and includes practical steps

In-Deed Online plc. has announced the launch of Lewis & Thomas. Lewis & Thomas will deliver conveyancing services for customers within the M25, specialising in the London market. In-Deed’s chairman Harry Hill said: “A year

The latest Mortgage Monitor, produced by e.surv chartered surveyors has found house purchase loans fell to the third worst August figure for 20 years. Only 2008 and 2010 saw lower lending levels and August marked

During the SRA’s nine-month pilot study last year they identified that a quarter of firms showed evidence of financial instability. The SRA is urging these firms to contact them for support and advice. They are

The National Crime Agency (NCA) will be the part of the government’s crack down on fraud. The move was announced at the Conveyancing Association’s quarterly meeting last week. The National Fraud Authority (NFA), explained the

A survey by Landmark Information Group has shown 55% of UK property owners expect flood risk investigation to be part of the conveyancing process.  The survey revealed 80% of UK homeowners would not buy a

House prices in August bucked the usual seasonal trend to bounce back by 2.5%. The increase is thought to be down to a resurgence following dented activity earlier in the year. Richard Sexton, director of

The Equity Release Solicitors Alliance (ERSA) and its seven individual member firms will become part of the Equity Release Council. In May the Equity Release Council announced it was looking to widen its remit to

The Irish Law Society has passed a regulation prohibiting solicitors acting for both vendor and purchaser in conveyancing transactions (including voluntary transactions), with effect from 1st January, 2013. President Donald Binchy has written to members

SmartNewHomes is calling on the government to continue support of schemes such as NewBuy as buyers continue to struggle to raise deposits. The launch of the government guaranteed NewBuy scheme saw buyer registrations on the

Two key changes have been made to regulations governing estate agents as part of a government initiative to cut red tape. The Estate Agents Act is to be amended whilst the Property Misdescriptions Act will