Peers pave way for new breed of lawyer – licensed probate practitioners (LF)
The House of Lords has given the CLC the power to issue standalone licences for people to conduct reserved probate work without them having to become licensed conveyancers first.
SRA warns of ‘Friday afternoon fraud’ risk (LSG)
The SRA says it is receiving four reports a month of law firms being tricked into giving bank details to fraudsters in so-called ‘Friday afternoon scams’.
Ten Reasons for the likely failure of Veyo
Veyo continues to be promoted without a clear and recognisable identity.
Chargeable Consideration Guidance (TC)
Stamp duty has been a form of tax present in the UK for a significant period of time, dating back to the 17th century.
Irwin Mitchell follows Slater and Gordon with rebrand (LSG)
National firm Irwin Mitchell today unveiled its new marketing strategy to take on rival Slater and Gordon.
Veyo appoints Business Development Manager (TC)
Veyo, the comprehensive home conveyancing portal, has strengthened its sales team further with the appointment of Gavin Potter, as the launch soon approaches.
Thousands sign up for Land Registry’s Property Alert service (TC)
In its first year, over 19,000 people have signed up to Land Registry’s free Property Alert service. The award-winning service provides an early warning of possible suspicious activity on someone’s […]
Understanding Leasehold Title Plans (IC)
In October 2014 the Land Registry changed its policy on how it creates Leasehold Plans.
Price Comparison Guide Between Hoowla and Veyo (IC)
Is Hoowla better value for money than Veyo?
LMS announce partnership with Metro Bank (TC)
Building upon 20 years’ experience of working with UK mortgage lenders, LMS is delighted to announce its latest partnership with Metro Bank, the revolutionary high street bank.
‘No duty’ on conveyancer to check seller’s credit status (LSG)
The High Court has dismissed a negligence claim against a firm after ruling it was not responsible for checking the solvency of a vendor in a property transaction.
Conveyancing portal to charge £20 per transaction (EAT)
New conveyancing portal Veyo has answered critics saying it was too vague on its charges by stating that it will levy a fee of £20 per transaction.