As one of the most divisive subjects of recent times climate change is a challenging topic for many of us.
When it comes to conveyancing there is a feeling of dread. Is this yet another issue conveyancers need to report on to clients? How much is it going to cost in terms of expense and time when fees are already squeezed (and that's putting it mildly!).
And how much do clients really care? They've fallen in love with the property, is this another roadblock to securing their dream home?
Joining host David Opie to discuss this challenging topic is Groundsure Marketing Director David Kempster.
In an honest discussion David outlines the sense behind why the impact of climate change must be addressed when it comes to the UK's housing stock. How moves to improve energy efficiency will increase costs for landlords in the short term (retrofitting energy efficiency into properties built in the 20th century will prove costly!) and drive them out of the rental market, releasing a raft of homes for first time buyers.
Whether they like it or not, addressing climate change will impact the conveyancing industry and David urges conveyancers to get to grips with the requirements now given the emphasis both government and lenders are placing on it.
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Resources:
The Chancery Lane Project
Law Society Resolution on Climate Change