Every year thousands of practitioners turn to this annual handbook as their trusted first port of call to resolve conveyancing queries. During these turbulent times, when new procedures may cause unforeseen difficulties and disputes begin to surface, conveyancers can continue to rely on the up-to-date, authoritative guidance it contains. The 16th edition is fully updated to take account of recent developments, including: changes to the Solicitors' Code of Conduct; the Land Registry's requirements for evidence of identity and proposals for an 'early completion' policy; the changes to the regulations for Home Information Packs; and, the latest Practice Notes and TransAction forms from the Law Society. The comprehensive appendix materials include all the updated rules and guidance relevant to conveyancing as well as standard forms, addresses and the latest fees information.