It is safe to say that environmental risk and the types of reporting available has evolved over the years. Hazards such as flood risk, ground stability, new energy sources as well as large infrastructure projects and planning applications can now be identified and dealt with early in the transaction. And whilst some of these may be subjective issues from a conveyancer view, they are nevertheless important for homebuyers to understand in relation to any impact, including the value it may have on the property now or in the future.
Download the Landmark guide to coal reporting HERE
With an ever-increasing need for conveyancers to be compliant, provide as much appropriate, accurate and easily understandable information as possible as well as be cost effective for their clients, how do you ensure that you’re not just reporting on coal risk but that you’ve ‘ticked all the boxes’ on environmental due diligence?
Now available from OneSearch Direct, Landmark’s recent addition of two new coal reports to its portfolio means we can now deliver a fuller view of key ground hazards information. Landmark Coal Reports follow the Law Society CON29M structure using, alongside the Coal Authority data, Pinpoint’s propriety pre-processed data and risk calculation to deliver analysis in minutes. The specialist support and guidance, as with all Landmark reports, help clients in understanding these important ground-based risks concerning their purchase property.
Landmark has made this a simple solution by offering a report bundle combining its market leading, premium ‘all-in-one’ report, RiskView Residential together with the new Landmark (regulated) Coal report. This will allow you to support clients with best in class data and expert analysis to deliver complete environmental due diligence as an efficient, speedier service.
- Compliant – Follows all Law Society guidance
- Reduces Practice Risk – Setting a precedent for client care
- Data Reliability &Industry Experts – Provides reassurance
- Full Analysis – Reduces time reviewing multiple reports
- Online Digital Viewer Tool – Clear and concise insight on risk to guide decisions
- Consistent Terms & Conditions – Dependable
- Cost Efficient – Fixed fee price
Don’t just take our word for it…
“At DMP we value our reputation for delivering a reliable, thorough and efficient residential conveyancing service. In our clients’ best interests, we expect no less from our search providers, with accurate, cost-effective search results presented in a clear & understandable format.
For this reason, we recommend a Landmark Riskview Residential report in every transaction, helping us to ensure our compliance due diligence commitments to our clients. In particular, the unique online viewer mapping tool provides our clients with a better understanding of any key risks, perfect for the digital delivery required in today’s conveyancing.”
Sallie Fenty Partner DexterMontague LLP
To find out more about Landmark’s new Coal and RiskView Residential report bundle, call our Service Introduction Team on 01782 433 270 or email intro@onesearchdirect.co.uk.
We would like to share the Q3 edition of Landmark’s Property Trends Report, which provides a complete summary of the 2021 property transaction pipeline from listings through SSTC, search and finally completion milestones, compared to 2019.
The data this quarter captures the end of the SDLT holiday and observes the market as it tries to find equilibrium.
Property search order-volumes were consistent across the quarter, with volumes marginally higher than 2019 figures: +3% in July, +4% in August and +2% in September.
Other insights include:
- Listings were down by an average of 9% compared to 2019 levels
- Completions in September rose 44% above September 2019 levels, driven by the need to beat the Stamp Duty holiday deadline.
This month’s edition of the Property Trends report will also include Landmark’s Demand/ Supply Variance (DSV) report, to provide deeper insights into how demand continues to outpace supply, where July was the only month where listings were marginally higher than SSTC – the first month since October 2020.
We hope you find our trend reports useful. Please CLICK HERE to access a copy of the Property Trends report.
We would like to share the Q2 edition of Landmark’s Property Trends Report, which provides a complete summary of the 2021 property transaction pipeline from listings through SSTC, search and finally completion milestones, compared to 2019.
Surges and slowdowns in activity have aligned to major government announcements and deadlines.
Property search orders were up 43% in April 2021, compared to the same month in 2019, as buyers rushed to benefit from the Stamp Duty Land Tax holiday.
Other insights include:
- Listings were down on average by 5% at the half year point
- SSTC activity was 22% higher in April 2021 vs April 2019
- Completions in June were 85% higher compared to the same month in 2019
On this occasion, we are also adding our Completions to Instructions Ratio (CIR) report, which is an indication of overall workload, where we are reporting:
- A ratio of 115%, which demonstrates the extraordinary pressure conveyancing lawyers were under and the incredible way they delivered results for clients.
We hope you find our trend reports useful. Please CLICK HERE to access a copy of the Property Trends report.
Please be advised that Argyll’s best-in-class flood report, Flood Solutions Commercial is about to look and feel even better! These changes will come into effect today, Tuesday 22nd June, and don’t require any actions from you.
Flood Solutions Commercial has been enhanced to make it the leading choice for commercial property lawyers who want the highest quality flood report available. It’s suitable for every commercial property transaction including those with some complexities.
Enhancements include:
- New design with clear summary results and Hyperlinks
- Improved expert consultant review of flood data and site setting
- Improved analysis including elevation above watercourses and historical flood events
- Upgraded assessment of overall risk of flooding with and without flood defences
- Improved guidance on action required under NPPF to secure planning approval
- Improved indication of insurance availability
Flood Solutions Commercial Sample Report
Flood Solutions Commercial Product Card¿
If you have any questions or comments, please email intro@onesearchdirect.co.uk or get in touch with us on 0800 052 0117 and we will be more than happy to assist you.
Landmark’s CON29M report will now include, where required, the mine entry and subsidence claims additional assessments. And even better they will be delivered in the one report and within the hour of the order!
Landmark CON29M answers all 11 CON29M questions as set out by the Law Society and is suitable for all residential transactions. Plus, it provides specialist support and guidance, as with all Landmark reports, to help both conveyancer and client in understanding any risks in relation to their purchase property.
Landmark CON29M compliant Coal Report provides:
- Easy to Read – Simple ‘traffic light’ summary provides instant clarity on report findings.
- Assurance – Using the Coal Authority licensed data PLUS PINPOINT’s Unique Mining Risk datasets and is backed by a professional opinion from a coal industry expert.
- Accuracy – Data independently verified and tested for accuracy.
- Better Protection – With Professional Indemnity cover of £10 million and Aviva Information Accuracy Indemnity of £100,000 per report.
These changes do not require any actions from you and take effect from Tuesday 11 May 2021.
Please click here to find the updated Landmark CON29M product card and sample report.
To find out more about Landmark’s new coal report, call our Service Introduction Team on 01782 433 270 or email intro@onesearchdirect.co.uk.
Please be advised that from 29th January 2021, Landmark’s Plansearch report will be retired, and the Plansearch Plus report will be replaced by a new and enhanced report: Landmark Planning.
The Landmark Planning report will give your clients details on whether there are nearby planning applications that may impact the property as well as any types of development that are currently being carried out in the area
Landmark Planning will uniquely display data of the majority of the UK’s large planning applications as polygons, providing a realistic understanding of the potential impact, both positive and negative, of a development
As part of the relaunch of this key conveyancing report the price of the new Landmark Planning will increase from from £37.20 (inc VAT) to £42.00 (inc VAT).
Free webinar on Landmark Planning
Tuesday, February 16th at 11:00 AM
This session provides conveyancers with examples of how nearby development can impact a property and how the ‘Landmark Planning’ report can help purchasers make more informed decisions. Please click here to register your place on this webinar.
If your bundles will be affected by this upgrade, your account manager will be in touch. To find out more about Landmark Planning, please call our Service Introduction Team on 01782 433 270 or email intro@onesearchdirect.co.uk.