Next big thing in the property market (TC)
Conveyancers take note – a new national online estate agency site within the UK is set to be released come the New Year. OnTheMarket.com is predicted to be the latest […]
Why is the cost of legal services increasing, despite more competition? (LF)
“Steps must be taken” to find out why the cost of legal services is increasing, despite the changed market and “great number of providers”, the Lord Chief Justice, Lord Thomas, […]
SRA warns of increased money laundering risk as NCA takes hard line (LF)
There is an increasing risk of law firms failing to have adequate systems and controls to prevent, detect and report money laundering and terrorist financing, the SRA has warned.
How much longer can traditional agents survive, asks Guardian
How much longer can traditional estate agents and letting agents survive, asks Guardian journalist Patrick Collinson – who seems to think the answer is “not very long at all”.
Consumer group says new portal is “rotten deal for home owners” (EAT)
The consumer group HomeOwners’ Alliance has made an outspoken attack on the soon-to-launch property portal OnThe Market, set up by Agents’ Mutual.
Stamp Duty Land Tax calculator
This calculator can be used for residential property or non-residential property.
Communication, communication, communication!
A recent survey from the Conveyancing Association has revealed nearly a quarter of property transactions have failed due to delays caused by poor communication strategies.
SRA begins revocation of practising certificates
The SRA has written to those solicitors who have failed to complete the process for renewal of their practising certificates, or registration.
Review highlights SRA progress 2013/14
The SRA Annual Review for 2013/14, published last week, sets out progress against strategic objectives for the past 12 months.
LSB puts spotlight on unregulated sector (LSG)
The unregulated legal market is likely to grow as fast or even faster than the regulated sector over the next three years, the oversight regulator has predicted.
SRA saves millions on intervention costs (LSG)
The Solicitors Regulation Authority has spent £5m less than expected on interventions this year, the regulator revealed recently.
Gazundering is back as London buyers slash offers by thousands (PIE)
Gazundering is sweeping back into the London market, with buyers of expensive properties slashing their prices in the last week – after offers have already been agreed.