ARLA boss begs agents to speak out over proposed abolition of Section 21 (PIE)
ARLA Propertymark boss David Cox has urged letting agents to respond to the consultation on repealing Section 21 – something he warned could “break the industry”.
Rising Stamp Duty and conveyancing fees push moving costs to record high (PIE)
The cost of moving home has hit a record high – but estate agents cannot be blamed for the hike.
Anger as national newspaper advises public to beware of estate agents’ ‘tricks’ (PIE)
An infuriated agent has hit out at an article in a national newspaper which slates the industry. The Express has advised the public to beware of estate agents’ “tricks”.
Solicitors “should seek contractual assurances” from unregulated firms (LF)
Solicitors working for unregulated entities under the new rules coming into force in November should seek contractual assurances from their employers that their professional obligations cannot be overridden.
Parliament prorogation halts probate fees hike (LSG)
The Law Society has welcomed the lapse of a planned hike in probate fees as a result of parliament being suspended.
‘Must-read’ practice guidance for solicitors going it alone (LSG)
Solicitors considering taking advantage of more liberal practising rules have been urged to beware of the potential pitfalls.
Purplebricks reveals it is in discussion with HMRC over anti-money laundering (PIE)
Purplebricks has warned shareholders that it is in discussion with HMRC over its anti-money laundering procedures, and that there could be a potential cost.
A lofty aim – reforming SDLT (BPF)
What SDLT reforms could unblock our bunged up housing market?
Sophisticated Law Firm Email Domain Impersonation Fraud Concerning (TC)
A plethora of email scams using legitimate law firm details have been increasing in recent months.
Law firms “need data-sharing guidance” to avoid GDPR breaches (LF)
The Information Commissioner needs to provide specific guidance to law firms on how they can lawfully share personal data, a leading City law firm has argued.
Law Society seeks clarity around probate delays
The Law Society met with HM Courts and Tribunals Service for an update on the delays to the probate service.
Referral Fees: Guild backs tighter rules and is checking members for compliance (EAT)
The Guild of Property Professionals has welcomed government steps to provide buyers and sellers with greater transparency in transactions – and says it checks it own member agents for compliance.