The Partnership, a leading provider of conveyancing services and industry expert, Stephen Brown, have launched a new initiative to increase understanding of the conveyancing process and support the ‘Computers for Schools’ campaign.

These new ‘Insights Online’ sessions are free to agents, in return for a small contribution to the campaign. They give a better understanding of the progression process. A wide range of topics are covered such as: why do lawyers actually do searches; what is involved in an exchange; what are included in contract packs; why building regulations cause such delays; issues with lenders; and what problems that crop up during a transaction that can derail it.

Having a better understanding of what issues can arise, means that agents are in a better position to pre-empt these in the future and protect deals. Agents are encouraged to submit any questions they have in advance, as well as having the opportunity to ask any questions in the session.

“We know agents are familiar with the basic concepts of conveyancing, but it’s a constantly changing environment and it does get tricky,” said Peter Ambrose, Managing Director, The Partnership. “We’ve been running these sessions face-to-face for years, and they’ve always been really positive. When Stephen asked whether we could run these online, we jumped at the opportunity, especially as we saw it as a way to support his brilliant “Computers for Schools” campaign.” So far, over £125,500 has been raised with hundreds of laptops and tablets provided to schools throughout the UK.