Legal
FCA takes over AML supervision
The move will 'ensure more consistent oversight' - including more collaboration with law enforcement.
Super-prime North London mansion frozen in international fraud probe
Luxury Avenue Road residence, City office block and West End flats among £130mn of London property identified in crackdown on alleged global fraud operation.
Landmark rolls out new tool to cut conveyancing delays
New 'Contract Pack Vault' aims to streamline property transactions as average enquiry times double since 2007.
Gateley Legal adds resi development specialist
Brian Dowling joins as Partner.
Wealth management veterans launch platform to safeguard property deals
'Pioneering' service guarantees sellers the full sale price if a buyer fails to complete after exchange.
RICS publishes global standard for ‘responsible use of AI’ in surveying
'Landmark' new framework sets out best-practice guidance for the use of artificial intelligence in the property sector.
‘Urgent’ warning for property agents as fraudsters fake offers & clone firms
Experts flag rise in suspicious activity and warn of criminals attempting to divert purchase funds.
Boodle Hatfield adds two new Partners
Real estate specialist Neil Biswas has joined the law firm.
Book Now: AML in transition – what property pros need to know
Upcoming FCS Compliance webinar to unpack the latest regulatory risks & HMRC expectations.
RICS seeks views on home survey standard revamp
'We encourage all stakeholders to engage with the consultation and help shape the future of home surveying,' says the Royal Institute.
Wedlake Bell boosts resi property team
City firm brings in HNW specialist Emma Sear as Partner.
US property portals in huge copyright dispute
Alleged 'theft' of images is 'nothing short of outrageous', says CoStar boss.