Legal
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; legal expert Kate Stockdale runs through the key differences…
HM Treasury seeks views on AML compliance reform
Four options to reform AML provision have been proposed by the government.
The Guardian: MPs must close loophole to drive out dirty money from UK property
'The job must not be half-done,' warns The Guardian, as an important piece of legislation is put on ice for the Summer holidays.
Real Estate Legal Digest: 8 legal & policy changes to watch
Beginning a brand new series for PrimeResi, Boodle Hatfield's experts distil the latest legal developments impacting the property sector, and key legislation on the horizon...
‘We are in a state of limbo’: Where next for leasehold reform?
Current situation 'makes it difficult both for practitioners to advise clients and for leaseholders to decide what to do', warns the ALEP.
Required Reading: How to avoid a legal nightmare when selling an historic estate
When a large, historic estate is being sold out of the family, it's not just an emotional process, it's also a legally tricky one too
Family Fortunes: Have we reached peak property inheritance?
With recent data revealing that over 50s now hold nearly 80% of all of the UK’s privately held housing wealth, Gemma Mallett runs through the oft-misunderstood rules surrounding gifts of properties.
Required Reading: Buying properties on Central London estates
Mishcon de Reya's Fiona Callaghan walks us through some key legal considerations and things to look out for when buying a home on one of Central London's Great Estates.
UK’s new overseas property register picks up international innovation award
Business network the CRF described the ROE as a 'true display of agile innovation from Companies House'
Top law firm launches ‘more human’ conveyancing brand
National law firm has created a new identity for its personal conveyancing division, while refreshing its well-established main brand.
High-end real estate specialist steps up in round of partner promotions at BDB Pitmans
Lorna du Sautoy's wide-ranging practice incorporates prime and super-prime London resi, luxury property assets & proptech.
AI due diligence platform secures £7.5mn backing for residential expansion
Orbital Witness has raised £7.5mn to expand into the residential conveyancing market.