CQS Policy Templates
-
CQS Purchase of a Leasehold Policy Template
In 2019, the Solicitor’s Regulation Authority identified shortcomings in conveyancing firms regarding client information on property ownership. A review revealed that 23% of firms could not differentiate between freehold and leasehold titles. The CQS CPMS standard now requires accredited practices to maintain appropriate leasehold policies, yet many fail to comply effectively.
-
CQS Conflict Handling Policy: Dual Representation, Lender Disclosure and Practical Safeguards
A CQS Conflict Handling Policy should help your conveyancing team decide when the firm can act, when a concern needs escalation and when it must stop acting. Those decisions can become difficult under pressure. A buyer asks you not to disclose something to their lender. An estate agent wants the firm to represent both parties.…