Legal
Hyde Park Gate landlord hit with huge fine
Landlord & property management company found guilty of putting tenants at risk at vast property overlooking Hyde Park.
New conveyancing rules promise to ‘modernise’ property exchanges
The Law Society's new draft code of practice aims 'to remove the uncertainty around exchanging contracts for commercial and residential property by allowing [conveyancers] to use new technology to conduct…
How to maintain privacy & confidentiality when buying, selling or improving a prime residence
What are the options for HNWIs who want to maintain a low profile in the digital age?
US broker commission ruling could herald major shift for real estate agents
Multi-billion dollar antitrust trials could prompt seismic changes to America's real estate agency landscape.
Irwin Mitchell bolsters real estate disputes team
William Scott has joined the national law firm's property division from Bates Wells.
London law firm ‘significantly strengthens’ residential property team
Double promotion at law firm Bishop & Sewell.
Irwin Mitchell ‘combines’ with Scottish law firm WJM
Irwin Mitchell continues its expansion drive with an investment in Scotland.
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FCS Compliance presents: "HMRC Interventions & Avoiding Penalties - Practical guidance for the art market on ensuring AML compliance"
Understanding PECR: Implications for UK estate agents’ marketing practices
In the ever-evolving landscape of data protection regulations, estate agents in the UK are urged to familiarise themselves with the Privacy & Electronic Communications Regulations, as they impact marketing…
‘Significant flaws’ in register of overseas entities allow property owners to flaunt transparency rules, finds study
"There is no point building a dam halfway across a river," say academics as they outline ten ways to close multiple loopholes in the Register of Overseas Entities.
New official guidance on terms used in property listings
National Trading Standards has updated its rulebook for sales and rental listings, and clarified how estate agents should handle offers.
Countryside Codes: On navigating rural planning regimes
Many HNWIs have been looking to put down roots outside of London in recent years, only to find themselves up against some complex planning issues;