Law of Property Act 1925: Fundamental legislation defining legal estates in land, requirements for land contracts, and basic principles of property transfer in England and Wales
Land Registration Act 2002: Governs the registration of land ownership, proof of title requirements, and establishes priority of interests in land
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Ensures fairness and transparency in contracts where one party is acting as a consumer, including provisions for contract terms and consumer protection
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Regulates how third parties may have rights under or enforce terms of the contract
Misrepresentation Act 1967: Covers statements made during the sale process and provides remedies for misrepresentation in property transactions
Property Misdescriptions Act 1991: Ensures accuracy in property descriptions and protects buyers from false or misleading property information
Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Sets requirements for identity verification and source of funds checks in property transactions
Stamp Duty Land Tax Act 2003: Governs the tax implications and requirements for property sales in England and Wales
Land Registry Practice Guidelines: Official guidance on land registration procedures and requirements from the Land Registry
Standard Property Information Forms: Standardized forms (including TA6 and TA10) used to collect and present property information during sales
Law Society Protocol: Professional guidelines established by the Law Society for residential conveyancing procedures
