Law of Property Act 1925: Fundamental legislation governing property transactions, including requirements for contracts relating to land and legal formalities for property transfers
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Covers obligations regarding accurate property descriptions, prevention of misleading statements, and disclosure requirements in property transactions
Land Registration Act 2002: Sets out requirements for registering property interests and provides the legal framework for property ownership
Housing Act 2004: Legislation covering property conditions and standards, including health and safety considerations for residential properties
Money Laundering Regulations 2017: Specifies requirements for identity verification and source of funds declarations in property transactions
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Ensures fair terms and transparency in consumer transactions, including property purchases
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Governs the impact on third-party rights and contractual obligations in property transactions
Estate Agents Act 1979: Outlines requirements and professional obligations when dealing through estate agents
GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018: Regulations governing the handling and protection of personal information during property transactions
Local Planning Regulations: Municipal and regional planning requirements and restrictions affecting property transactions
Law Society Protocol: Professional guidelines and requirements for conveyancing transactions established by the Law Society
