Estate Agents Act 1979: Primary legislation governing estate agent conduct, obligations, and rights in England and Wales, including provisions about commission claims
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Key legislation ensuring fairness in consumer transactions and contracts, including property dealings with private sellers
Law of Property Act 1925: Fundamental property law legislation that governs real estate transactions in England and Wales
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Regulations protecting consumers from unfair practices in property transactions, including misleading actions or omissions
Estate Agents (Provision of Information) Regulations 1991: Specific regulations detailing what information estate agents must provide to clients, including commission structures
Estate Agents (Undesirable Practices) (No.2) Order 1991: Regulations outlining prohibited practices in estate agency work, including commission-related misconduct
Property Ombudsman Scheme: Regulatory framework providing dispute resolution and setting industry standards for estate agents
RICS Guidelines: Professional standards and guidelines set by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors for property professionals
Common Law Contract Principles: Fundamental legal principles governing contract formation, consideration, and enforcement in England and Wales
Late Payment of Commercial Debts (Interest) Act 1998: Legislation governing the charging of interest on late commercial payments, applicable to commission disputes
Pre-Action Protocol for Debt Claims: Court procedures that must be followed before initiating legal proceedings for debt recovery, including commission claims
