Blog

Our blog provides a wealth of information, tips and advice on the RICS APC, AssocRICS and FRICS qualifications, together with industry hot topics and career support. This can count towards your RICS CPD requirements for the year.

Apr 11, 2023

Hot Topic Highlight – Valuation Approach for Multi-Storey Residential Buildings with Cladding

In this week’s blog, we take a look at the new RICS Professional Standard Multi-Storey Multi-Occupancy Residential Buildings with Cladding.

Apr 4, 2023

Inspection

Estates Gazette - APC Series - Tools of the Trade (Inspection)

In this APC Series article, we look at the essential tools a surveyor might need for their work.

Hot Topic Highlight – How to Advise a Client Post-Completion

Mar 28, 2023

Purchase & Sale

Hot Topic Highlight – How to Advise a Client Post-Completion

In this week’s blog, we look at how to advise a client post-completion of a property acquisition or disposal.

RICS Podcast - Candidate Support - The Final Assessment Interview

Mar 21, 2023

RICS APC Interview

RICS Podcast - Candidate Support - The Final Assessment Interview

Listen to the RICS Podcast to learn about Jen Lemen's tips for passing your RICS APC final assessment interview.

Hot Topic Highlight – Why can Chimney Breasts be Problematic?

Mar 14, 2023

Building Pathology

Hot Topic Highlight – Why can Chimney Breasts be Problematic?

In this week’s blog, we look at the potential implications and risks relating to the removal of chimney breasts.

Mar 7, 2023

Inspection

Hot Topic Highlight – Defective Housing

In this week’s blog, we take a look at defective housing and the Housing Act 1985.

Hot Topic Highlight – New RICS Guidance Types

Feb 28, 2023

Ethics, Professionalism & RoC

Hot Topic Highlight – New RICS Guidance Types

In this week’s blog, we look at the new definitions for different types of RICS guidance.

Hot Topic Highlight – How to Advise Clients on Increased MEES Targets

Feb 21, 2023

Sustainability

Hot Topic Highlight – How to Advise Clients on Increased MEES Targets

In this week’s blog, we look at the proposed increase in targets under the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard (MEES).

Hot Topic Highlight – RICS Guidance Note Electronic Communications Code 1st Edition

Feb 14, 2023

Landlord & Tenant (Commercial)

Hot Topic Highlight – RICS Guidance Note Electronic Communications Code 1st Edition

In this week’s blog, we look at the RICS Guidance Note Surveyors Advising in Respect of the Electronic Communications Code (1st Edition).

Hot Topic Highlight – Dampness in Buildings Part 3

Feb 7, 2023

Building Pathology

Hot Topic Highlight – Dampness in Buildings Part 3

In this week’s blog, Brian Robinson MRICS, Building Surveying consultant at Property Elite, discusses dampness in buildings.

Hot Topic Highlight – Surrender & Renewal and Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT)

Jan 31, 2023

Leasing & Letting (Commercial)

Hot Topic Highlight – Surrender & Renewal and Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT)

In this week’s blog, we take a look at what to consider if you are advising a client on a surrender & renewal of a commercial property.

How Much Do the APC and AssocRICS Assessments Cost?

Jan 24, 2023

RICS APC Submission

How Much Do the APC and AssocRICS Assessments Cost?

In this week’s blog, we look at how much it might cost to undertake your APC or AssocRICS assessment.

Jan 17, 2023

Landlord & Tenant (Commercial)

Hot Topic Highlight – Tacit Relocation

In this week’s blog, we look at tacit relocation, a Scottish common law principle.

Hot Topic Highlight – Dampness in Buildings Part 2

Jan 10, 2023

Building Pathology

Hot Topic Highlight – Dampness in Buildings Part 2

In this week’s blog, Brian Robinson MRICS, Building Surveying consultant at Property Elite, discusses dampness in buildings.

Hot Topic Highlight – New Homes Quality Code

Dec 13, 2022

Inspection

Hot Topic Highlight – New Homes Quality Code

In this week’s blog, we take a look at the New Homes Quality Code.

Dec 6, 2022

RICS APC Submission

NOW LIVE! New RICS Assessment Platform

In this week’s blog, we take a look at the new RICS assessment platform. This will be launched for use on the 12th December 2022.

Hot Topic Highlight – RICS Consumer Guide Boundary Disputes in England and Wales

Nov 29, 2022

Legal & Regulatory Compliance

Hot Topic Highlight – RICS Consumer Guide Boundary Disputes in England and Wales

In this week’s blog, we take a look at the RICS Consumer Guide Boundary Disputes in England and Wales.

Hot Topic Highlight – Three Key Components of a Break Option

Nov 22, 2022

Landlord & Tenant (Commercial)

Hot Topic Highlight – Three Key Components of a Break Option

In this week’s blog, we look at the three key components of break options in commercial leases.

Nov 15, 2022

Valuation

Hot Topic Highlight – RICS Professional Statement Valuation of Buy-to-Let and HMO Properties

In this week’s blog, we take a look at the new RICS Professional Statement Valuation of Buy-to-Let and HMO Properties (2nd Edition).

Hot Topic Highlight – RICS Joint Position Statement Investigation of Moisture

Nov 8, 2022

Building Pathology

Hot Topic Highlight – RICS Joint Position Statement Investigation of Moisture

In this week’s blog, we look at the RICS Joint Position Statement Investigation of Moisture and its Effects on Traditional Buildings.