With modern construction practices and stringent planning processes in the UK, it is a common assumption that new or recent housing developments will have been constructed to an appropriate standard, with the correct measures in place to ensure that homes are free of future contaminated land liability. But, is this a safe assumption to make? […]
We are delighted to welcome the Conveyancing Association’s newest Affiliate Member, SDLT Compass! SDLT Compass are the UK’s only fully comprehensive SDLT calculator providing a risk assessment and direct access to one of the UK’s leading SDLT advisors. SDLT Compass are offering all Conveyancing Association members a free 14 trial including online demos and support […]
When a ‘Further Action’ result is returned from an environmental search report it can at first be concerning, however it does not mean that this result cannot be overcome and is simply an indication that additional information or checks must be carried out, to ensure the property purchaser is protected. Thankfully, the answer to what […]
CA Affiliate member, Groundsure has a new blog and a number of new webinars coming up in September. They are outlined below with links to join: Blog: https://www.groundsure.com/resources/recent-sinkhole-in-norwich-what-could-be-the-cause/ Taking Groundsure residential searches to the next level, 07.09 https://www.groundsure.com/events/taking-groundsure-residential-searches-to-the-next-level-so-what-has-changed/ How can Avista help speed up your clients’ transactions, 08.09 https://www.groundsure.com/events/how-can-avista-help-speed-up-your-clients-transactions/ Risks associated with […]
A major 40 m landslide occurred at Nefyn Bay in North Wales earlier this year sparking concern for nearby residents and business owners. The area is prone to regular small-scale cliff collapses due to the superficial deposits of clays and silts making up Nefyn Bay which are easily eroded by the sea. More concerning, however, […]
InfoTrack’s Bronwyn Townsend and Osprey Approach’s Amy Bruce consider the behavioural changes and alternative processes that have been adopted by the conveyancing industry since March 2020. They share their views on whether these changes should be embedded into everyday practices, and if so how. The past 18 months have presented unique challenges for conveyancing departments. […]
Leasehold reform has been a major focus for the CA throughout July, particularly in light of the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) investigation into the sale of leasehold houses which has so far resulted in two firms, Aviva and Persimmon, formally committing to making changes for the benefits of leaseholders. There seems no doubt that […]
Moving up the career ladder: Boys & Maughan has promoted Lauren Corrigan (left), Demi Constantine (right) and Lyndsey Knowles (second left). They are pictured with Richard Durrant, who leads the firm’s conveyancing team. Boys & Maughan has promoted experienced legal secretaries Lauren Corrigan, Demi Constantine and Lyndsey Knowles to the role of paralegal. The three took up their new roles […]
Convey Law Managing Director Lloyd Davies has set out on an intrepid summer challenge along Britain’s longest ancient monument – Offa’s Dyke – to raise £15,000 for a cause very close to his heart – the Mindstep Foundation, set up in memory of his son Max. Lloyd and his wife Tracey set up the Foundation to fund mental health research, […]
CA Affiliate member, Groundsure have a number of new webinars coming up in August. They are outlined below with links to join: Taking Groundsure environmental searches to the next level. So what has changed? 10th August @ 11am https://www.groundsure.com/events/taking-groundsure-environmental-searches-to-the-next-level-so-what-has-changed/ What are the main risks that should be considered in property transactions in the West Midlands? […]
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