Law of Property Act 1925: Fundamental property law that governs real estate transactions, legal estates, and interests in land in England and Wales
Land Registration Act 2002: Governs the registration of land ownership and interests in England and Wales, crucial for property transactions
Land Registration Rules 2003: Detailed regulations supporting the Land Registration Act, specifying procedures for registration
Law of Property (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1989: Contains essential requirements for property contracts, particularly Section 2 regarding formal documentation
Landlord and Tenant Act 1985: Sets out basic rights and obligations of landlords and tenants, including property maintenance standards
Landlord and Tenant Act 1987: Additional provisions governing landlord-tenant relationships and property management
Housing Act 1988: Governs residential tenancies, particularly assured and assured shorthold tenancies
Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002: Reforms leasehold law and introduces commonhold, affecting long-term property interests
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Protects consumer rights in property transactions, particularly relevant for residential properties
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates unfair terms in contracts, including property agreements
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Protects consumers from unfair practices in property transactions
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Regulates financial aspects of property transactions and related financial services
Consumer Credit Act 1974: Governs credit arrangements that might be part of property transactions
Housing Act 2004: Sets standards for housing conditions and property management
Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018: Ensures residential properties are fit for human habitation
Estate Agents Act 1979: Regulates estate agency practices and property marketing
Finance Act (SDLT provisions): Contains regulations regarding Stamp Duty Land Tax on property transactions
Value Added Tax Act 1994: Governs VAT implications in property transactions and related services
