What Is a Conveyancer?

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  A licensed conveyancer is a legal professional who specialises exclusively in property law. That means their training, qualifications, and day-to-day work focus solely on property transactions—such as buying, selling, transferring ownership, or refinancing a home.In practice, conveyancers are experts at navigating the legal intricacies of the property process, offering a service that is: Efficient – because property […]

Opening the Door to Homeownership with the New Mortgage Guarantee Scheme

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Owning a home is a dream shared by millions, but for many young families and hardworking renters, it often feels out of reach.  The growing challenge of saving for a deposit, navigating mortgage approvals, and enduring the lengthy, complex process of buying property can make homeownership seem more like a distant hope than a tangible […]

How to Detect and Prevent AI-Driven Phishing in the Conveyancing Industry

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The conveyancing industry, rife with sensitive transactions and high-value deals, has become a prime target for cybercriminals leveraging artificial intelligence. By weaponising generative AI, attackers are crafting phishing attacks that are not only convincingly realistic but also highly specific. With fraudulent schemes targeting solicitors, clients, and property buyers, the stakes in conveyancing have never been […]

Why Every Home Buyer Should Care About Flood Risk

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Buying a new home is a thrilling adventure. From imagining your future in cozy living spaces to exploring neighborhoods, it’s an exciting chapter in life. But there’s one factor that’s often overlooked in the house-hunting process and could impact everything from financing to future costs: flood risk. Whether you’re buying in a city center, a […]

The NHBC Buildmark Warranty Explained: A Guide for Conveyancers and Homeowners

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  A blog written by Elliott Mutlow, Paralegal with MJP Conveyancing  Purchasing a new-build property is an exciting milestone, but it presents its own set of challenges. One of the most important aspects to consider is the warranty and insurance coverage that accompanies newly built or converted properties. Among the various options available in the […]

What Climate Risks Mean for Home Buyers and How to Navigate Them

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The process of buying a home is complex enough without adding climate risks to the mix.  Yet, with the increasing impact of climate change, home buyers need to be aware of how issues like flooding, subsidence, and coastal erosion could affect property values, mortgage approvals, and even long-term livability.  Understanding these risks and knowing how […]

The Growing Importance of Climate Change When Buying a Home

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The impacts of climate change are becoming increasingly relevant in all aspects of life, including where and how we choose to live.  For prospective homeowners, this shift brings a series of environmental challenges that are now impossible to ignore.  Factors such as subsidence, flooding, coastal erosion, and mould are more prevalent and harder to address […]

Stamp Duty Changes Coming in 2025 – What You Need to Know

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    Big Changes to Stamp Duty Set for 2025: How They Could Impact Homebuyers If you’re planning to buy a home in the near future, it’s important to stay informed about upcoming changes to Stamp Duty in 2025. Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a crucial cost when purchasing property in England and Northern […]

Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2024 at MJP Conveyancing

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As we celebrate the 17th annual National Apprenticeship Week, we at MJP Conveyancing are excited to join the nation in recognising the transformative power of apprenticeships for individuals and businesses alike. We’re especially proud to highlight our new apprenticeship program and the strides our three current apprentices have made. In the past, those aspiring to […]

The Downside of 99% Mortgages: An Economic Disaster Waiting to Happen

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I In the realm of questionable government policies, the proposal to introduce 99% mortgages stands out as one of the most misguided. The plan’s premise is simple, yet fraught with potential disaster: allow people to secure a mortgage by paying a minuscule 1% deposit. The goal? To help the younger generation climb onto the property […]

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