Legal

Prime Central London remains a hotspot for HNW American homebuyers - but even short-term ownership brings complex cross-border legal responsibilities, cautions top lawyer Lorna du Sautoy.

Freeholders including Prime Central London giants Grosvenor & the Cadogan Estate are arguing against big changes to the leasehold regime.

Panorama has reported on allegations of 'dubious sales tactics' at Connells & Purplebricks.

'These are believed to be the highest negotiating damages ever awarded in a rights of light case,' say lawyers.

Amongst other things, the latest consultation sets out a plan for more transparency over service fees, and mandatory regulation for managing agents.

Thousands of landlords across PCL will need to obtain licenses under the new rules.

London-based law firm boosts resi team with senior hire

Legal Plc continues to expand its resi development offering in the south of England.

Helen Sandrone has joined RWK Goodman in Bristol.

Forthcoming masterclass from FCS Compliance will cover how due diligence can reassure, rather than repel.

Rollout aims to raise housing quality - and regulatory scrutiny - across 15 of 18 wards, including prime hotspots.

Transparency International has exposed a 'perverse situation' that still allows 'dirty money' to be hidden in UK prime property.