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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.
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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 11, 2023
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.
Apr 4, 2023
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.
Mar 28, 2023
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.
Mar 21, 2023
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 14, 2023
Hot Topic Highlight – Defective Housing
In this week’s blog, we take a look at defective housing and the Housing Act 1985.
Mar 7, 2023
Hot Topic Highlight – New RICS Guidance Types
In this week’s blog, we look at the new definitions for different types of RICS guidance.
Feb 28, 2023
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).
Feb 21, 2023
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).
Feb 14, 2023
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.
Feb 7, 2023
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.
Jan 31, 2023
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 24, 2023
Hot Topic Highlight – Tacit Relocation
In this week’s blog, we look at tacit relocation, a Scottish common law principle.
Jan 17, 2023
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.
Jan 10, 2023
Hot Topic Highlight – New Homes Quality Code
In this week’s blog, we take a look at the New Homes Quality Code.
Dec 13, 2022
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.
Dec 6, 2022
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.
Nov 29, 2022
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 22, 2022
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).
Nov 15, 2022
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.
Nov 8, 2022
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