PCS Legal Podcast Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:29:50 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1783993 en-gb © 2026 PCS Legal Podcast yes bdcbfa62-41e2-5688-9f7a-ab7263c146f2 PCS Legal episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) PCS Legal https://storage.buzzsprout.com/ne8bnfv35si19ddswb90jmmq3xyo?.jpg PCS Legal Podcast What are Restrictive Covenants on a Property? (UK) What are Restrictive Covenants on a Property? (UK) In this short podcast we discuss restrictive covenants on a property (UK), how long do they last and what happens in the event they are breached.

Many types of property both residential and commercial often come with various rules about how the property can and cannot be used, these rules are known as "restrictive covenants".

Restrictive covenants are written into the title deed of the property by the seller. Typical examples of covenants are:
* Preventing alterations to be made on the property
* Preventing land from being used for any business purposes
* Restrictions relating to access over land
* Leasehold flats can often have covenants designed to maintain structure (e.g. pets and regulation on noise)

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]]> In this short podcast we discuss restrictive covenants on a property (UK), how long do they last and what happens in the event they are breached.

Many types of property both residential and commercial often come with various rules about how the property can and cannot be used, these rules are known as "restrictive covenants".

Restrictive covenants are written into the title deed of the property by the seller. Typical examples of covenants are:
* Preventing alterations to be made on the property
* Preventing land from being used for any business purposes
* Restrictions relating to access over land
* Leasehold flats can often have covenants designed to maintain structure (e.g. pets and regulation on noise)

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598990 Wed, 11 May 2022 13:00:00 +0100 146 full false What are Land Registry ID1 Forms? (UK) What are Land Registry ID1 Forms? (UK) In this short podcast we discuss what are the Land Registry ID1 forms (UK).

There are certain circumstances when a lawyer will not act for you, yet you will be party to a property transaction. In these situations you will need to complete what is called an ID1 form.

This involves visiting our offices in person with the said form, together with your original passport and driving license. We will then complete the form on your behalf.

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]]> In this short podcast we discuss what are the Land Registry ID1 forms (UK).

There are certain circumstances when a lawyer will not act for you, yet you will be party to a property transaction. In these situations you will need to complete what is called an ID1 form.

This involves visiting our offices in person with the said form, together with your original passport and driving license. We will then complete the form on your behalf.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598985 Wed, 11 May 2022 13:00:00 +0100 152 full false What Is Stamp Duty Land Tax (UK) & Why Do We Have To Pay It? What Is Stamp Duty Land Tax (UK) & Why Do We Have To Pay It? So in this podcast we discuss the following topics:
"What is Stamp Duty?" (UK)
"Why do we have to pay it?"
"How can buyers reduce stamp duty or possibly avoid paying it?"

Stamp Duty is a conditional tax paid, when you buy land or a residential property, generally over the value of £125,000, second home buyers pay an extra 4& on properties more than £40,000.
Stamp duty applies to both freehold and leasehold whether you're buying a property with your own money or using a mortgage.

Stamp Duty covers the legal cost for the transaction process involved in purchasing the property. You have to pay Stamp Duty on completion and your lawyer will discharge this liability at the inland revenue within 14 days of the completion date. If it's not paid in time the revenue might charge you interest and a penalty.

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]]> So in this podcast we discuss the following topics:
"What is Stamp Duty?" (UK)
"Why do we have to pay it?"
"How can buyers reduce stamp duty or possibly avoid paying it?"

Stamp Duty is a conditional tax paid, when you buy land or a residential property, generally over the value of £125,000, second home buyers pay an extra 4& on properties more than £40,000.
Stamp duty applies to both freehold and leasehold whether you're buying a property with your own money or using a mortgage.

Stamp Duty covers the legal cost for the transaction process involved in purchasing the property. You have to pay Stamp Duty on completion and your lawyer will discharge this liability at the inland revenue within 14 days of the completion date. If it's not paid in time the revenue might charge you interest and a penalty.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598977 Wed, 11 May 2022 13:00:00 +0100 243 full false Shared Ownership UK Explained - We Discuss The Benefits and How It Works! Shared Ownership UK Explained - We Discuss The Benefits and How It Works! A Shared ownership mortgage provides an affordable way to buy a home. You purchase a share in a home and pay a subsidised rent on the part that you don't own. In the future if you wish you can usually buy further shares until you own your own home.

Reasons for purchasing a shared ownership property:

* You own part of your home rather than paying rent with no return.
* You will only need to secure a mortgage for the percentage of the price
* You will also need a much smaller deposit than you would against buying a property outright

The percentage typically ranges from 25% to 75% of the full purchase price and is tailored to your circumstances.

When you buy a home with shared ownership, you are the homeowner and take on all the responsibilities and gain all the benefits that go with owning a home.

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]]> A Shared ownership mortgage provides an affordable way to buy a home. You purchase a share in a home and pay a subsidised rent on the part that you don't own. In the future if you wish you can usually buy further shares until you own your own home.

Reasons for purchasing a shared ownership property:

* You own part of your home rather than paying rent with no return.
* You will only need to secure a mortgage for the percentage of the price
* You will also need a much smaller deposit than you would against buying a property outright

The percentage typically ranges from 25% to 75% of the full purchase price and is tailored to your circumstances.

When you buy a home with shared ownership, you are the homeowner and take on all the responsibilities and gain all the benefits that go with owning a home.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598964 Wed, 11 May 2022 13:00:00 +0100 511 full false Swearing of documents / Statutory Declaration Swearing of documents / Statutory Declaration This short podcast explains the swearing of documents and statutory declaration by a commissioner of oath.

Some documents need to be sworn on oath, i.e. swearing on the bible. These documents are called Affidavit or statutory declarations. By swearing you do so by the bible that the content of the document are true and accurate as far as you are aware.

You then need to sign to confirm this is the case. The solicitor of commissioner of oath will then also sign to say they saw you swear and sign the document in front of them. If you require a document to be sworn, the same can be done by:

* Commissioner of oaths
* Solicitor
* A court official (when authorised)

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]]> This short podcast explains the swearing of documents and statutory declaration by a commissioner of oath.

Some documents need to be sworn on oath, i.e. swearing on the bible. These documents are called Affidavit or statutory declarations. By swearing you do so by the bible that the content of the document are true and accurate as far as you are aware.

You then need to sign to confirm this is the case. The solicitor of commissioner of oath will then also sign to say they saw you swear and sign the document in front of them. If you require a document to be sworn, the same can be done by:

* Commissioner of oaths
* Solicitor
* A court official (when authorised)

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598945 Wed, 11 May 2022 13:00:00 +0100 143 full false Buying a Property With a Short Term Lease Explained (UK) Buying a Property With a Short Term Lease Explained (UK) This short podcast explains what you should look out for when purchasing a property with a short term lease. Should you avoid buying a property with a short term lease?

When leases are granted they're normally given a term of 125 years. When buying a new leasehold property, this does not create a problem. Older properties can prove more problematic and should be approached with caution.

A lease with less than 65 years to run will significantly decline in value, which will mean fewer people will want to purchase it and also banks and mortgage providers will be less likely to lend on them.

If you're looking to buy a property where the lease is approaching 80-75 years left to run, you should consider whether the short term lease can be extended. You should always enquire as to whether the owner has had contact with the landlord to explore the potential of extending the lease.

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]]> This short podcast explains what you should look out for when purchasing a property with a short term lease. Should you avoid buying a property with a short term lease?

When leases are granted they're normally given a term of 125 years. When buying a new leasehold property, this does not create a problem. Older properties can prove more problematic and should be approached with caution.

A lease with less than 65 years to run will significantly decline in value, which will mean fewer people will want to purchase it and also banks and mortgage providers will be less likely to lend on them.

If you're looking to buy a property where the lease is approaching 80-75 years left to run, you should consider whether the short term lease can be extended. You should always enquire as to whether the owner has had contact with the landlord to explore the potential of extending the lease.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598923 Wed, 11 May 2022 13:00:00 +0100 145 full false Property Valuation Report Explained - Making An Offer On a House (UK) Property Valuation Report Explained - Making An Offer On a House (UK) Most clients are aware that we can provide a pre auction report, not many people know that we're also able to provide a report on any property you're looking to purchase. We are able to produce a pre legal property report that may help even before or after you've viewed the property and when your looking to make an offer.

We can provide information on:

# The registered owners name
# The price they paid for the property
# Rights of way noted on the title
# Restrictions - there could be covenants which are restrictive
# Council tax band
# The proximity of public transport
# The proximity of local schools

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]]> Most clients are aware that we can provide a pre auction report, not many people know that we're also able to provide a report on any property you're looking to purchase. We are able to produce a pre legal property report that may help even before or after you've viewed the property and when your looking to make an offer.

We can provide information on:

# The registered owners name
# The price they paid for the property
# Rights of way noted on the title
# Restrictions - there could be covenants which are restrictive
# Council tax band
# The proximity of public transport
# The proximity of local schools

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598910 Wed, 11 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100 178 full false What does a Processing Agent do ? (UK) What does a Processing Agent do ? (UK) In this short podcast we discuss what a processing agent does and how we can help you.

Being a processing agent we are able to act for you as your client in the capacity of a processing agent, where you may live abroad or your mortgage company requires an additional party for service of any notice, proceedings or any other correspondence for that matter.

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]]> In this short podcast we discuss what a processing agent does and how we can help you.

Being a processing agent we are able to act for you as your client in the capacity of a processing agent, where you may live abroad or your mortgage company requires an additional party for service of any notice, proceedings or any other correspondence for that matter.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598902 Wed, 11 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100 78 full false Commonhold Explained (UK) Commonhold Explained (UK) In this short podcast, we discuss what commonhold is and how we can help you.

Commonhold in essence is where a multi occupancy building is divided into a number of freehold units, this means that each individual flat will own it's own freehold.

The common parts such as the staircasing and hallways are owned and managed by a company that the freeholders also own. There are no head landlords or freeholders as simply the owners of the flat manage the common and external parts jointly.

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]]> In this short podcast, we discuss what commonhold is and how we can help you.

Commonhold in essence is where a multi occupancy building is divided into a number of freehold units, this means that each individual flat will own it's own freehold.

The common parts such as the staircasing and hallways are owned and managed by a company that the freeholders also own. There are no head landlords or freeholders as simply the owners of the flat manage the common and external parts jointly.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598889 Wed, 11 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100 110 full false What is Building Insurance - how does it work? What is Building Insurance - how does it work? In this short podcast we discuss building insurance and how it works.

When you're buying a property you'll need to investigate both contents and structural building insurance. Contents insurance doesn't really form part of the conveyancing process, it merely ensures you have cover for your belongings and furniture.

Within the conveyancing process, structural building insurance will play a significant role. Firstly, you need to place it on risk when exchange of contract takes place and not completion. Once you exchange you are legally bound to buy and therefore even if the seller has insurance on risk, you could not be certain that the payments are up to date or something hadn't been done to invalidate.

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]]> In this short podcast we discuss building insurance and how it works.

When you're buying a property you'll need to investigate both contents and structural building insurance. Contents insurance doesn't really form part of the conveyancing process, it merely ensures you have cover for your belongings and furniture.

Within the conveyancing process, structural building insurance will play a significant role. Firstly, you need to place it on risk when exchange of contract takes place and not completion. Once you exchange you are legally bound to buy and therefore even if the seller has insurance on risk, you could not be certain that the payments are up to date or something hadn't been done to invalidate.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598870 Wed, 11 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100 131 full false Completing on a House - Completion Day UK Completing on a House - Completion Day UK In this short podcast, we discuss the completion process on a property and how it's arguably one of the most important stages of the conveyancing process after exchange of contacts.

Completion is the point at which the sale or purchase transaction is finalised and the home legally becomes the property of the new owner. On the day of completion a buyers lawyer will send a sellers lawyer the balance of monies required to complete.

Money will be sent via the CHAPS payment system to ensure same day delivery. On the day of completion the seller needs to vacate and the buyer can have access to the keys and move in, should they wish. Unfortunately there's no guaranteed time when the matter will complete, this is due to third parties such as the banking system and other parties within the chain.

If you choose to complete on a Friday, then the banking system and law firms in general will be busier, invariably completion will take longer. If you have a chain of properties involved and you're near the top of the chain, you're likely to complete towards the end of the day. Once a seller's lawyer receives the money required to complete they will request the estate agent to release the keys.

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]]> In this short podcast, we discuss the completion process on a property and how it's arguably one of the most important stages of the conveyancing process after exchange of contacts.

Completion is the point at which the sale or purchase transaction is finalised and the home legally becomes the property of the new owner. On the day of completion a buyers lawyer will send a sellers lawyer the balance of monies required to complete.

Money will be sent via the CHAPS payment system to ensure same day delivery. On the day of completion the seller needs to vacate and the buyer can have access to the keys and move in, should they wish. Unfortunately there's no guaranteed time when the matter will complete, this is due to third parties such as the banking system and other parties within the chain.

If you choose to complete on a Friday, then the banking system and law firms in general will be busier, invariably completion will take longer. If you have a chain of properties involved and you're near the top of the chain, you're likely to complete towards the end of the day. Once a seller's lawyer receives the money required to complete they will request the estate agent to release the keys.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598858 Wed, 11 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100 126 full false What is the File Plan when buying a property? What is the File Plan when buying a property? In this short podcast we discuss the importance of the file plan, as it's one of the first documents a property lawyer will send you when you buy a property

The property or land you're buying will be identified by red edging on this plan. You'll need to check the area shown "edged red" as you expect the property to be. It's essential you satisfy yourself from your inspection of the property that the boundary fences or walls are in the positions as shown by this plan.

You should know that a lawyer cannot do this for you, as we don't attend the property. It's important that everything is as it should be, so there are no problems that could arise in the future.

The file plan is the official plan detailing boundary location attached to the title documents belonging to the seller and held at the land registry. It's therefore essential you contact your lawyer if you have any questions or feel there could be any problems regarding the sale. The last thing you want is to enter in a boundary dispute with any neighbours.

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]]> In this short podcast we discuss the importance of the file plan, as it's one of the first documents a property lawyer will send you when you buy a property

The property or land you're buying will be identified by red edging on this plan. You'll need to check the area shown "edged red" as you expect the property to be. It's essential you satisfy yourself from your inspection of the property that the boundary fences or walls are in the positions as shown by this plan.

You should know that a lawyer cannot do this for you, as we don't attend the property. It's important that everything is as it should be, so there are no problems that could arise in the future.

The file plan is the official plan detailing boundary location attached to the title documents belonging to the seller and held at the land registry. It's therefore essential you contact your lawyer if you have any questions or feel there could be any problems regarding the sale. The last thing you want is to enter in a boundary dispute with any neighbours.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598849 Wed, 11 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100 109 full false Exchanging Contracts In The UK Explained (Buying a House) Exchanging Contracts In The UK Explained (Buying a House) In this short podcast we explain exchanging contracts in the UK (buying a house)

When two legal firms representing the buyer and the seller swap signed contracts and the buyer pays a deposit at this point on agreement to buy or sell a property becomes legally binding.

Once the buyer and the seller have exchanged contracts, both parties can't withdraw or change any details that have been agreed. On the sale, practical arrangements will need to be made to vacate the property in accordance with the contract signed agreed and with regards to the keys, they will need to be available to the buyer on the day completion takes place.

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]]> In this short podcast we explain exchanging contracts in the UK (buying a house)

When two legal firms representing the buyer and the seller swap signed contracts and the buyer pays a deposit at this point on agreement to buy or sell a property becomes legally binding.

Once the buyer and the seller have exchanged contracts, both parties can't withdraw or change any details that have been agreed. On the sale, practical arrangements will need to be made to vacate the property in accordance with the contract signed agreed and with regards to the keys, they will need to be available to the buyer on the day completion takes place.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598843 Wed, 11 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100 124 full false The Deposit For A House UK (Explained) The Deposit For A House UK (Explained) The Deposit For A House UK Explained

The deposit is the amount of money which is passed from the buyer to the seller when exchange of contract takes place. The deposit is normally 10% of the purchase price, even if you pay a lesser deposit as a buyer your liability should you default is still 10%

The initial amount you may have paid is the sellers immediate compensation. With regards to the deposit, if for whatever reason you don't complete after you are contracted to do so, it is this deposit that is at risk and it is this amount that you may lose in addition to any damages incurred by the seller.

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]]> The Deposit For A House UK Explained

The deposit is the amount of money which is passed from the buyer to the seller when exchange of contract takes place. The deposit is normally 10% of the purchase price, even if you pay a lesser deposit as a buyer your liability should you default is still 10%

The initial amount you may have paid is the sellers immediate compensation. With regards to the deposit, if for whatever reason you don't complete after you are contracted to do so, it is this deposit that is at risk and it is this amount that you may lose in addition to any damages incurred by the seller.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598801 Wed, 11 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100 94 full false Buying a Property at Auction UK (Explained) Buying a Property at Auction UK (Explained) The most important point to make about buying a property at auction, if you are a successful bidder you're legally bound to buy the property and have entered into a legally binding contract. Once you're past this point you'll be unable to withdraw, even if there is a problem with the property.

Before an auction takes place, you'll be provided with an auction pack which contains all the legal documents required. This enables you to take advice on matters such as the contract title and searches. Once your bid has been accepted you are required to make a 10% deposit payment and complete within a certain timeframe

You are not protected by the consumer legislation, where you can return goods or ask for your money back. Once you have won the bid you've now contracted to buy the property.

Please therefore do not bid unless:

* Have the deposit available that day
* Are sure your finances are in place
* Have considered a survey on the property
* Have instructed us to look at the legal pack for you

Failing to follow these points may lead to the following consequences, should you not proceed to complete:

* You could lose your deposit
* You may be sued by the seller for any foreseeable losses they suffer
* The seller may opt to get a court order, forcing you to buy the property

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]]> The most important point to make about buying a property at auction, if you are a successful bidder you're legally bound to buy the property and have entered into a legally binding contract. Once you're past this point you'll be unable to withdraw, even if there is a problem with the property.

Before an auction takes place, you'll be provided with an auction pack which contains all the legal documents required. This enables you to take advice on matters such as the contract title and searches. Once your bid has been accepted you are required to make a 10% deposit payment and complete within a certain timeframe

You are not protected by the consumer legislation, where you can return goods or ask for your money back. Once you have won the bid you've now contracted to buy the property.

Please therefore do not bid unless:

* Have the deposit available that day
* Are sure your finances are in place
* Have considered a survey on the property
* Have instructed us to look at the legal pack for you

Failing to follow these points may lead to the following consequences, should you not proceed to complete:

* You could lose your deposit
* You may be sued by the seller for any foreseeable losses they suffer
* The seller may opt to get a court order, forcing you to buy the property

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598690 Wed, 11 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100 161 full false How to Speed up the Conveyancing Process (UK) How to Speed up the Conveyancing Process (UK) In this podcast we discuss the options available to you, to speed up the conveyancing process in the UK.

If you're looking to buy a property we have our express mover scheme available. The current national average time it takes takes to complete a conveyancing matter stands at 20 weeks. In addition, most transactions prove aborted due to the length of time they take to conclude. If you use our fast move service your transaction will generally complete 3-4 weeks earlier than it would normally take.

To use this service you simply contact us when your property is placed on the open housing market, rather than when its been sold. At this point you'll need to complete the various protocol forms and provide those to us. On receipt of the forms, we will then obtain your title documents directly from the land registry and draft a proforma contract, that's ready for submission for a buyer's lawyer, once you've secured an offer for your property and a buyer has been found.

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]]> In this podcast we discuss the options available to you, to speed up the conveyancing process in the UK.

If you're looking to buy a property we have our express mover scheme available. The current national average time it takes takes to complete a conveyancing matter stands at 20 weeks. In addition, most transactions prove aborted due to the length of time they take to conclude. If you use our fast move service your transaction will generally complete 3-4 weeks earlier than it would normally take.

To use this service you simply contact us when your property is placed on the open housing market, rather than when its been sold. At this point you'll need to complete the various protocol forms and provide those to us. On receipt of the forms, we will then obtain your title documents directly from the land registry and draft a proforma contract, that's ready for submission for a buyer's lawyer, once you've secured an offer for your property and a buyer has been found.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598665 Wed, 11 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100 156 full false What is a Conveyancer? ( Property Lawyer ) What is a Conveyancer? ( Property Lawyer ) What is a licensed Conveyancer ? - This is a short podcast that outlines the key differences between a Licensed Conveyancer and a Solicitor.

A licensed conveyancer is a specialist property lawyer who's regulated by the council for licensed conveyancers, known as a "CLC". The role of a conveyancer is very similar to a solicitor who practices in property, but the licensed conveyancer is limited to property and land law, where as the solicitor can practice other areas of law, such as litigation, matrimonial as well as property.

Prior to 1985 homeowners had little alternative but to use a solicitor for their conveyancing requirements, however the increasing amount of legal resource used by solicitors meant that the conveyancing industry itself needed to expand and cater for the demands of the growing people looking to purchase.

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]]> What is a licensed Conveyancer ? - This is a short podcast that outlines the key differences between a Licensed Conveyancer and a Solicitor.

A licensed conveyancer is a specialist property lawyer who's regulated by the council for licensed conveyancers, known as a "CLC". The role of a conveyancer is very similar to a solicitor who practices in property, but the licensed conveyancer is limited to property and land law, where as the solicitor can practice other areas of law, such as litigation, matrimonial as well as property.

Prior to 1985 homeowners had little alternative but to use a solicitor for their conveyancing requirements, however the increasing amount of legal resource used by solicitors meant that the conveyancing industry itself needed to expand and cater for the demands of the growing people looking to purchase.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598646 Wed, 11 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100 136 full false PCS Legal - Shared Ownership Properties PCS Legal - Shared Ownership Properties Shared ownership is a great way onto the property ladder for budding homeowners.

We have a specialised conveyancing team who deal with shared ownership transactions on a daily basis.

If you would like an estimate of conveyancing costs, please email sharedownership@pcslegal.co.uk

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]]> Shared ownership is a great way onto the property ladder for budding homeowners.

We have a specialised conveyancing team who deal with shared ownership transactions on a daily basis.

If you would like an estimate of conveyancing costs, please email sharedownership@pcslegal.co.uk

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598639 Wed, 11 May 2022 11:00:00 +0100 147 full false How much are the Conveyancing Fees ? - Estimate of costs How much are the Conveyancing Fees ? - Estimate of costs A short podcast by our Partner, Stuart Forsdike on the breakdown of what an estimate of conveyancing costs entails.

Conveyancing quotes can sometimes be complex and have a number of fees and variables contained within them. This video will give you an explanation of these fees, including:
What they are for ?
Why they are important ?

Conveyancing fees are broken down into two parts, there are the legal fees and the disbursements. The legal fees are the costs that the lawyer will charge and the disbursements are fixed fees from third parties that may be involved within the transaction.

There are a number of things to consider when looking for an estimate of conveyancing costs. Firstly, buying and selling of houses is an expensive venture and most clients will look for the cheapest estimate they can find. This is not always a good idea and its essential that you are clear of your conveyancing costs from the onset.

Some lawyers may only quote the legal costs and although the fee may seem cheaper, the disbursements may not have been outlined from the start. This can result in hidden fees which only become aware on completion.

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]]> A short podcast by our Partner, Stuart Forsdike on the breakdown of what an estimate of conveyancing costs entails.

Conveyancing quotes can sometimes be complex and have a number of fees and variables contained within them. This video will give you an explanation of these fees, including:
What they are for ?
Why they are important ?

Conveyancing fees are broken down into two parts, there are the legal fees and the disbursements. The legal fees are the costs that the lawyer will charge and the disbursements are fixed fees from third parties that may be involved within the transaction.

There are a number of things to consider when looking for an estimate of conveyancing costs. Firstly, buying and selling of houses is an expensive venture and most clients will look for the cheapest estimate they can find. This is not always a good idea and its essential that you are clear of your conveyancing costs from the onset.

Some lawyers may only quote the legal costs and although the fee may seem cheaper, the disbursements may not have been outlined from the start. This can result in hidden fees which only become aware on completion.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598632 Wed, 11 May 2022 11:00:00 +0100 262 full false The Protocol Forms - ( Agreeing To Fixtures and Fittings ) The Protocol Forms - ( Agreeing To Fixtures and Fittings ) A short podcast from our Partner, Stuart Forsdike on the protocol forms that need to be filled out at the start of a conveyancing transaction which effectively decide what fixtures and fittings stay or leave the property.

When it comes to selling a property you will need to complete and sign what is called the law association protocol forms, these are property information forms designed to give as much information to a buyer at the onset of the conveyancing process.

Once you've instructed a lawyer to act on your behalf, you'll be sent the following:
* Fixtures and fittings list - TA10
* Property information form - TA6
* Leasehold information form - TA7

Imagine if you were buying a house, turned up with the key on the completion date to find out the entire property had been stripped bare by the seller. The TA10 form prevents this from happening, as both the buyer and seller agree with what stays ang goes, as part of the contract for sale. The form is essentially a list of furniture that the seller will tick is being left or being taken on completion.

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]]> A short podcast from our Partner, Stuart Forsdike on the protocol forms that need to be filled out at the start of a conveyancing transaction which effectively decide what fixtures and fittings stay or leave the property.

When it comes to selling a property you will need to complete and sign what is called the law association protocol forms, these are property information forms designed to give as much information to a buyer at the onset of the conveyancing process.

Once you've instructed a lawyer to act on your behalf, you'll be sent the following:
* Fixtures and fittings list - TA10
* Property information form - TA6
* Leasehold information form - TA7

Imagine if you were buying a house, turned up with the key on the completion date to find out the entire property had been stripped bare by the seller. The TA10 form prevents this from happening, as both the buyer and seller agree with what stays ang goes, as part of the contract for sale. The form is essentially a list of furniture that the seller will tick is being left or being taken on completion.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598625 Wed, 11 May 2022 11:00:00 +0100 198 full false Do I Need a Will ? - We Explain Why It's Very Important Do I Need a Will ? - We Explain Why It's Very Important Do I need a will ? - let us explain why its very important

If you do not already have a will in place, its very important you instruct a lawyer to attend to drafting one as soon as possible. A valid will ensures your assets and belongings pass to a chosen loved one in the unfortunate event of your death.

You will need to decide who will be your beneficiaries and who will be your executors. The beneficiaries in your will are those that receive either a money figure or items that belong to you. On the other hand your executors are genuinely the people that will sort out the administrative side of your debt, such as funeral and financial arrangements.

If you instruct PCS Legal to draft a will on your behalf, we will ask you to complete a small list of questions and upon receipt of your answers, we will attend to your drafting formalities.

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]]> Do I need a will ? - let us explain why its very important

If you do not already have a will in place, its very important you instruct a lawyer to attend to drafting one as soon as possible. A valid will ensures your assets and belongings pass to a chosen loved one in the unfortunate event of your death.

You will need to decide who will be your beneficiaries and who will be your executors. The beneficiaries in your will are those that receive either a money figure or items that belong to you. On the other hand your executors are genuinely the people that will sort out the administrative side of your debt, such as funeral and financial arrangements.

If you instruct PCS Legal to draft a will on your behalf, we will ask you to complete a small list of questions and upon receipt of your answers, we will attend to your drafting formalities.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598611 Wed, 11 May 2022 11:00:00 +0100 134 full false Mortgages Explained UK - (How The Offer Works & Process) Mortgages Explained UK - (How The Offer Works & Process) Mortgages Explained UK - (How The Offer Works & Process)

We the lawyers receive a mortgage offer direct from the mortgage lender, this is our instruction to act on behalf of the bank as well as yourself the buyer. The mortgage will detail the following:

* The amount you are borrowing from the bank
* The period of time taken
* When the offer will expire
* The monthly payments

Within the mortgage offer there are a crucial number of special conditions, these are very important as you being the borrower and us as the lender need to adhere too. You must ensure you are happy with the same as any issues may delay completion or in the worst case scenario prevent completion from taking place at all.

Typically mortgage conditions include matters such as:

* Maintenance - Keeping the property in good repair and ensuring there aren't any damages.
* Inhabitants - Informing the lender if you wish to let the property
* Insurance - Upholding and maintaining the properties insurance
* Finances - Making the lender aware if you are facing financial issues or threat of bankruptcy


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]]> Mortgages Explained UK - (How The Offer Works & Process)

We the lawyers receive a mortgage offer direct from the mortgage lender, this is our instruction to act on behalf of the bank as well as yourself the buyer. The mortgage will detail the following:

* The amount you are borrowing from the bank
* The period of time taken
* When the offer will expire
* The monthly payments

Within the mortgage offer there are a crucial number of special conditions, these are very important as you being the borrower and us as the lender need to adhere too. You must ensure you are happy with the same as any issues may delay completion or in the worst case scenario prevent completion from taking place at all.

Typically mortgage conditions include matters such as:

* Maintenance - Keeping the property in good repair and ensuring there aren't any damages.
* Inhabitants - Informing the lender if you wish to let the property
* Insurance - Upholding and maintaining the properties insurance
* Finances - Making the lender aware if you are facing financial issues or threat of bankruptcy


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]]> Buzzsprout-10598598 Wed, 11 May 2022 11:00:00 +0100 326 full false What Do Certain Words Mean In The Conveyancing Process ? What Do Certain Words Mean In The Conveyancing Process ? During the course of the conveyancing transaction there's lots of legal terminology that can often be confusing and sound like jargon! We break this down for you and give you a simple explanation.
The council for licensed conveyancers (CLC):
- Regulated firms of licensed conveyancers in terms of conduct.
Conveyancing:
- The transfer of title (land or property) from a seller to a buyer.
Licensed conveyancers:
- Specialist property lawyers (similar to a solicitor but only deals in property)
Exchange of contracts
- When both the buyer and seller become legally bound under the terms of the contract.
Completion
- The day the property legally becomes the buyers
- The buyer can move in and the seller vacates
Deposit
- The buyer pays a deposit (normally 10% of the purchase price)
- The deposit can be lost if there is a breach of contact
Fixtures & fittings list
- List of furniture or appliances that will be either left or taken from the property on completion.
Property information form (TA6)
- General information on the property known by the seller
- Can include information on boundaries, neighbours and attention
HM land registry
- Government owned department that keeps an electronic record of who owns what properties in England and Wales
Gazumping
- When a new buyer outbids the current buyer on a property before the exchange of contracts
Indemnity insurance
- Insurance that deals with financial loss arising from a defect in the property.
Enquiries
- Where questions are raised regarding a property by a conveyancer acting for a buyer
Anti-money laundering (AML)
- Checks and investigations on the buyers source of funds
Stamp duty
- Land tax based on the purchase price
Survey
- A report on the property condition
- The report is carried out by the surveyor and not a lawyer
Searches
- Information on the property that might not be known to the seller or held at land registry
Registration
- The process of applying to the land registry to change the name of the proprietor to the seller to the buyer

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]]> During the course of the conveyancing transaction there's lots of legal terminology that can often be confusing and sound like jargon! We break this down for you and give you a simple explanation.
The council for licensed conveyancers (CLC):
- Regulated firms of licensed conveyancers in terms of conduct.
Conveyancing:
- The transfer of title (land or property) from a seller to a buyer.
Licensed conveyancers:
- Specialist property lawyers (similar to a solicitor but only deals in property)
Exchange of contracts
- When both the buyer and seller become legally bound under the terms of the contract.
Completion
- The day the property legally becomes the buyers
- The buyer can move in and the seller vacates
Deposit
- The buyer pays a deposit (normally 10% of the purchase price)
- The deposit can be lost if there is a breach of contact
Fixtures & fittings list
- List of furniture or appliances that will be either left or taken from the property on completion.
Property information form (TA6)
- General information on the property known by the seller
- Can include information on boundaries, neighbours and attention
HM land registry
- Government owned department that keeps an electronic record of who owns what properties in England and Wales
Gazumping
- When a new buyer outbids the current buyer on a property before the exchange of contracts
Indemnity insurance
- Insurance that deals with financial loss arising from a defect in the property.
Enquiries
- Where questions are raised regarding a property by a conveyancer acting for a buyer
Anti-money laundering (AML)
- Checks and investigations on the buyers source of funds
Stamp duty
- Land tax based on the purchase price
Survey
- A report on the property condition
- The report is carried out by the surveyor and not a lawyer
Searches
- Information on the property that might not be known to the seller or held at land registry
Registration
- The process of applying to the land registry to change the name of the proprietor to the seller to the buyer

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598535 Wed, 11 May 2022 11:00:00 +0100 264 full false PCS Legal - Unregistered Titles PCS Legal - Unregistered Titles A short explainer podcast regarding the history of unregistered titles and the issues that surround them.

If you have any questions about this subject, please do let us know by contacting any of our offices.

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]]> A short explainer podcast regarding the history of unregistered titles and the issues that surround them.

If you have any questions about this subject, please do let us know by contacting any of our offices.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598515 Wed, 11 May 2022 11:00:00 +0100 207 full false What is the Title Information Document ? What is the Title Information Document ? A short podcast explaining the Title Information Document by founding partner and director of PCS Legal Stuart Forsdike.

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]]> A short podcast explaining the Title Information Document by founding partner and director of PCS Legal Stuart Forsdike.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598499 Wed, 11 May 2022 11:00:00 +0100 116 full false Different Classes of Title - We discuss the four types Different Classes of Title - We discuss the four types A short podcast discussing the four different classes of title.

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]]> A short podcast discussing the four different classes of title.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598463 Wed, 11 May 2022 11:00:00 +0100 137 full false Solicitor/Conveyancing For Your House Purchase (Property Searches UK) Solicitor/Conveyancing For Your House Purchase (Property Searches UK) A podcast explaining what is a property search and why we do them, from Stuart and Miles Forsdike.

In this podcast we will cover the main searches, including:
The local authority search
Environmental search
Drainage search
Mining search

The local search can take 2-3 weeks but can vary depending on the authority

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]]> A podcast explaining what is a property search and why we do them, from Stuart and Miles Forsdike.

In this podcast we will cover the main searches, including:
The local authority search
Environmental search
Drainage search
Mining search

The local search can take 2-3 weeks but can vary depending on the authority

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598426 Wed, 11 May 2022 10:00:00 +0100 504 full false What Are The Sales Particulars - Memorandum of Sale What Are The Sales Particulars - Memorandum of Sale Our partner, Stuart Forsdike talks through what are the sales particulars, the memorandum of sale and what they are used for.

The sales particulars are information compiled by the selling estate agent to detail the circumstances of the transaction you'll become involved in.

Details include:
Property address
The purchase price
Who the seller and buyer are
Which lawyers are acting on their behalf

PCS Legal are an established firm of Licensed Conveyancers and Probate Practitioners regulated by the Council for Licensed Conveyancers. Our staff are dedicated and highly trained in dealing with all aspects of your proposed transaction what ever the circumstances may be.

As a progressive legal firm we are committed to ensuring all clients receive the highest possible standard of advice in relation to their house Sale and Purchases as well as remortgages, Will advice, Probate, Estate Planning and Commercial Transactions. Our property lawyers have extensive legal experience in all fields of property law and are suitably qualified to deal with all your needs.

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]]> Our partner, Stuart Forsdike talks through what are the sales particulars, the memorandum of sale and what they are used for.

The sales particulars are information compiled by the selling estate agent to detail the circumstances of the transaction you'll become involved in.

Details include:
Property address
The purchase price
Who the seller and buyer are
Which lawyers are acting on their behalf

PCS Legal are an established firm of Licensed Conveyancers and Probate Practitioners regulated by the Council for Licensed Conveyancers. Our staff are dedicated and highly trained in dealing with all aspects of your proposed transaction what ever the circumstances may be.

As a progressive legal firm we are committed to ensuring all clients receive the highest possible standard of advice in relation to their house Sale and Purchases as well as remortgages, Will advice, Probate, Estate Planning and Commercial Transactions. Our property lawyers have extensive legal experience in all fields of property law and are suitably qualified to deal with all your needs.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598389 Wed, 11 May 2022 10:00:00 +0100 105 full false The Transfer Document / Deed - Land Registry (TR1) The Transfer Document / Deed - Land Registry (TR1) A short podcast explaining the transfer document / deed - land registry (TR1)

The TR1 enables the land registry to alter the title from the name of the seller into the name of the buyer. The document cannot be dated until completion and should not be altered unless you have your lawyers consent to do so.

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]]> A short podcast explaining the transfer document / deed - land registry (TR1)

The TR1 enables the land registry to alter the title from the name of the seller into the name of the buyer. The document cannot be dated until completion and should not be altered unless you have your lawyers consent to do so.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10598367 Wed, 11 May 2022 10:00:00 +0100 94 full false PCS Legal - Work Referrers PCS Legal - Work Referrers Follow us On Social Media:
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]]> Buzzsprout-10592319 Wed, 11 May 2022 10:00:00 +0100 93 full false Property Survey Explained - Home Buyers, Valuation & Full Structural Report Property Survey Explained - Home Buyers, Valuation & Full Structural Report Property Survey Explained - Home Buyers report, Valuation report & Full Structural Report

Property surveys will in general help you find out the condition of the property and if there are any problems giving you a powerful reason to negotiate the purchase price or ask the seller to fix the problems before you move in.

The Valuation report
This is the most basic survey carried out by your mortgage lenders surveyor, purely on their behalf. It means if the surveyor was to miss anything such as subsidence for example, you have no recourse against the surveyor or the bank. It is merely used to value the property purely for lending purposes.

Home buyers report
This report is most suitable for modern properties as well as older properties as long as they are in reasonable condition. Its a good option if you have any concerns or if you want more details than a valuation report. It will highlight long standing problems or repairs needed, as well as necessary repairs. This survey is non intrusive and takes around 2-4 hours.

Full structural survey
This is the most thorough of all the reports and is particularly useful in older properties in need of repair. It provides a comprehensive breakdown on the structure and condition of the property. It will list any items of repair or defects in the property. This report is extensive.

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]]> Property Survey Explained - Home Buyers report, Valuation report & Full Structural Report

Property surveys will in general help you find out the condition of the property and if there are any problems giving you a powerful reason to negotiate the purchase price or ask the seller to fix the problems before you move in.

The Valuation report
This is the most basic survey carried out by your mortgage lenders surveyor, purely on their behalf. It means if the surveyor was to miss anything such as subsidence for example, you have no recourse against the surveyor or the bank. It is merely used to value the property purely for lending purposes.

Home buyers report
This report is most suitable for modern properties as well as older properties as long as they are in reasonable condition. Its a good option if you have any concerns or if you want more details than a valuation report. It will highlight long standing problems or repairs needed, as well as necessary repairs. This survey is non intrusive and takes around 2-4 hours.

Full structural survey
This is the most thorough of all the reports and is particularly useful in older properties in need of repair. It provides a comprehensive breakdown on the structure and condition of the property. It will list any items of repair or defects in the property. This report is extensive.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10592315 Wed, 11 May 2022 10:00:00 +0100 94 full false The Purchase Contract in the UK - Exchanging Contracts The Purchase Contract in the UK - Exchanging Contracts A short podcast explaining the purchase contract in the UK and exchanging contracts

During the course of your conveyancing you will need to sign a final contract purchase agreement. When you receive your contract you should check that all details are correct including the purchase price and the spelling of your name.

The contract will not be legally binding until the exchange of contracts take place.

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]]> A short podcast explaining the purchase contract in the UK and exchanging contracts

During the course of your conveyancing you will need to sign a final contract purchase agreement. When you receive your contract you should check that all details are correct including the purchase price and the spelling of your name.

The contract will not be legally binding until the exchange of contracts take place.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10592314 Wed, 11 May 2022 10:00:00 +0100 90 full false PCS Property PCS Property PCS Legal are an established firm of Licensed Conveyancers and Probate Practitioners regulated by the Council for Licensed Conveyancers. Our staff are dedicated and highly trained in dealing with all aspects of your proposed transaction what ever the circumstances may be.

As a progressive legal firm we are committed to ensuring all clients receive the highest possible standard of advice in relation to their house Sale and Purchases as well as remortgages, Will advice, Probate, Estate Planning and Commercial Transactions. Our property lawyers have extensive legal experience in all fields of property law and are suitably qualified to deal with all your needs.

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]]> PCS Legal are an established firm of Licensed Conveyancers and Probate Practitioners regulated by the Council for Licensed Conveyancers. Our staff are dedicated and highly trained in dealing with all aspects of your proposed transaction what ever the circumstances may be.

As a progressive legal firm we are committed to ensuring all clients receive the highest possible standard of advice in relation to their house Sale and Purchases as well as remortgages, Will advice, Probate, Estate Planning and Commercial Transactions. Our property lawyers have extensive legal experience in all fields of property law and are suitably qualified to deal with all your needs.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10592255 Tue, 10 May 2022 14:00:00 +0100 36 full false PCS Legal - About Us (Licensed Conveyancers) PCS Legal - About Us (Licensed Conveyancers) PCS Legal are an established firm of Licensed Conveyancers and Probate Practitioners regulated by the Council for Licensed Conveyancers. Our staff are dedicated and highly trained in dealing with all aspects of your proposed transaction what ever the circumstances may be.

As a progressive legal firm we are committed to ensuring all clients receive the highest possible standard of advice in relation to their house Sale and Purchases as well as remortgages, Will advice, Probate, Estate Planning and Commercial Transactions. Our property lawyers have extensive legal experience in all fields of property law and are suitably qualified to deal with all your needs.

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]]> PCS Legal are an established firm of Licensed Conveyancers and Probate Practitioners regulated by the Council for Licensed Conveyancers. Our staff are dedicated and highly trained in dealing with all aspects of your proposed transaction what ever the circumstances may be.

As a progressive legal firm we are committed to ensuring all clients receive the highest possible standard of advice in relation to their house Sale and Purchases as well as remortgages, Will advice, Probate, Estate Planning and Commercial Transactions. Our property lawyers have extensive legal experience in all fields of property law and are suitably qualified to deal with all your needs.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10592250 Tue, 10 May 2022 14:00:00 +0100 113 full false PCS Selling PCS Selling PCS Legal are an established firm of Licensed Conveyancers and Probate Practitioners regulated by the Council for Licensed Conveyancers. Our staff are dedicated and highly trained in dealing with all aspects of your proposed transaction what ever the circumstances may be.

As a progressive legal firm we are committed to ensuring all clients receive the highest possible standard of advice in relation to their house Sale and Purchases as well as remortgages, Will advice, Probate, Estate Planning and Commercial Transactions. Our property lawyers have extensive legal experience in all fields of property law and are suitably qualified to deal with all your needs.

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]]> PCS Legal are an established firm of Licensed Conveyancers and Probate Practitioners regulated by the Council for Licensed Conveyancers. Our staff are dedicated and highly trained in dealing with all aspects of your proposed transaction what ever the circumstances may be.

As a progressive legal firm we are committed to ensuring all clients receive the highest possible standard of advice in relation to their house Sale and Purchases as well as remortgages, Will advice, Probate, Estate Planning and Commercial Transactions. Our property lawyers have extensive legal experience in all fields of property law and are suitably qualified to deal with all your needs.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10592237 Tue, 10 May 2022 14:00:00 +0100 61 full false PCS Buying PCS Buying PCS Legal are an established firm of Licensed Conveyancers and Probate Practitioners regulated by the Council for Licensed Conveyancers. Our staff are dedicated and highly trained in dealing with all aspects of your proposed transaction what ever the circumstances may be.

As a progressive legal firm we are committed to ensuring all clients receive the highest possible standard of advice in relation to their house Sale and Purchases as well as remortgages, Will advice, Probate, Estate Planning and Commercial Transactions. Our property lawyers have extensive legal experience in all fields of property law and are suitably qualified to deal with all your needs.

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]]> PCS Legal are an established firm of Licensed Conveyancers and Probate Practitioners regulated by the Council for Licensed Conveyancers. Our staff are dedicated and highly trained in dealing with all aspects of your proposed transaction what ever the circumstances may be.

As a progressive legal firm we are committed to ensuring all clients receive the highest possible standard of advice in relation to their house Sale and Purchases as well as remortgages, Will advice, Probate, Estate Planning and Commercial Transactions. Our property lawyers have extensive legal experience in all fields of property law and are suitably qualified to deal with all your needs.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10592232 Tue, 10 May 2022 14:00:00 +0100 94 full false WHAT IS CONVEYANCING & TIPS FOR BUYING DURING COVID WHAT IS CONVEYANCING & TIPS FOR BUYING DURING COVID Our Managing Director, Stuart Forsdike was recently interviewed by Nicola McKenzie from 'Nicola M' YouTube channel and Partner of Dunham McCarthy Mortgages alongside Lorraine Richardson from Adapt Law.

Stuart and Lorraine also run a YouTube channel together - Conveyancing Matters.

Stuart and Lorraine give their insight into buying during COVID, and mention about what conveyancers do throughout the house buying process.

Nicola M - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoAz...
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]]> Our Managing Director, Stuart Forsdike was recently interviewed by Nicola McKenzie from 'Nicola M' YouTube channel and Partner of Dunham McCarthy Mortgages alongside Lorraine Richardson from Adapt Law.

Stuart and Lorraine also run a YouTube channel together - Conveyancing Matters.

Stuart and Lorraine give their insight into buying during COVID, and mention about what conveyancers do throughout the house buying process.

Nicola M - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoAz...
Conveyancing Matters - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChZ-...

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]]> Buzzsprout-10592156 Tue, 10 May 2022 14:00:00 +0100 1428 full false How To Manage Cash Flow In The Property Industry During COVID-19 How To Manage Cash Flow In The Property Industry During COVID-19 How to manage cash flow in the property industry during COVID-19



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]]> How to manage cash flow in the property industry during COVID-19



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]]> Buzzsprout-10591828 Tue, 10 May 2022 14:00:00 +0100 2067 full false Estate Agent and Property Lawyers changes during COVID-19 Estate Agent and Property Lawyers changes during COVID-19 A chat between an established Estate Agent and Our Partner Stuart Forsdike. They discuss the changes to the industry and how they have adapted during the COVID-19 lockdown and how to speed the buying/selling process up.


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]]> A chat between an established Estate Agent and Our Partner Stuart Forsdike. They discuss the changes to the industry and how they have adapted during the COVID-19 lockdown and how to speed the buying/selling process up.


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]]> Buzzsprout-10591826 Tue, 10 May 2022 14:00:00 +0100 1773 full false Property Industry Experts Discuss The Property Market During COVID-19 Property Industry Experts Discuss The Property Market During COVID-19 Property industry experts discuss the property market during COVID-19.

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]]> Property industry experts discuss the property market during COVID-19.

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]]> Buzzsprout-10591814 Tue, 10 May 2022 13:00:00 +0100 1851 full false The Conveyancing Process | PCS Legal The Conveyancing Process | PCS Legal The conveyancing process explained in an interview with a local estate agent.

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]]> The conveyancing process explained in an interview with a local estate agent.

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]]> Conveyancing Matters Buzzsprout-10591707 Tue, 10 May 2022 13:00:00 +0100 366 full false