Industry News & Company Updates
THE GOVERNMENT BUDGET AND THE PROPERTY MARKET
Rachel Reeves’ autumn Budget brought with it a mix of ambitions for growth and revenue generation alongside policy shifts that directly impact the property sector. As conveyancers, our focus naturally zooms in on the measures that affect property buyers and investors.
NAVIGATING THE CURRENT PROPERTY MARKET: ADVICE FOR BUYERS AND SELLERS
The property market has shifted significantly over the last few years, with a landscape that can feel daunting. We’re here to offer some insight into how you can make the most of the current market conditions.
THE GROWING CONCERN OF LAND REGISTRY DELAYS: A CALL FOR ACTION
Delays at the Land Registry have become a pressing concern for homeowners and homebuyers alike. From building new homes to simply wanting to update property deeds, the impact of these delays is far-reaching and demands urgent attention.
SNAP SUMMER ELECTION: WHAT IT MEANS FOR HOMEOWNERS AND THE HOUSING MARKET
What will the sudden election mean for homeowners and the housing market? Our Founding Partner, Stuart Forsdike, offers his insights.
THE UPDATED PROPERTY INFORMATION FORM - FRIEND OR FOE?
Stuart Forsdike discusses the unexpectedly released updated Property Information Form (PIF) – the 5th edition.
NAVIGATING THE JOURNEY TO HOMEOWNERSHIP: THE CRUCIAL ROLE OF CONVEYANCING FOR FIRST-TIME BUYERS
Marking National Conveyancing Week, our Partner Stuart Forsdike, provides some clarity around the process and offers tips to First Time Buyers embarking on the journey of home ownership for the first time.
STUART FORSDIKE APPEARS ON CHANNEL 5 “SCAMS: DON’T GET CAUGHT OUT”
PCS joins Channel Five’s consumer affairs show to expose the everyday risk of a home being stolen.
OUR PLEDGE TO RAISE £10K FOR PAPWORTH TRUST
We’re embarking on a charitable mission to raise £10,000 in 2024, marking a decade of partnership with Papworth Trust.
TITLE GUARDIAN: THE NEW SMART TECHNOLOGY THAT CAN STOP A HOME BEING STOLEN
A ground-breaking new technology that protects homeowners from the growing threat of property-related frauds.
TRADING STANDARDS PUBLISHES MATERIAL INFORMATION GUIDANCE
The National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team (NTSELAT) has released comprehensive guidance for sales and lettings agents.
AUTUMN STATEMENT - ANYTHING FOR LAWYERS?
The Chancellor gave his Autumn Statement on 22 November with the strange backdrop of inflation coming down and the country still in a cost-of-living squeeze.
KING’S SPEECH, NOVEMBER 2023 – LEASEHOLD AND FREEHOLD REFORM BILL
We discuss the main key features of a new Leasehold and Freehold bill in an aide to support leaseholders.
IS UP FRONT INFORMATION THE SILVER BULLET FOR CONVEYANCING?
Many involved in the conveyancing market have suggested for a long time that upfront information will improve the conveyancing process. But is it enough?