Law of Property Act 1925: Fundamental legislation governing property law in England and Wales, defining legal estates, interests in land, and transfer requirements
Land Registration Act 2002: Modern framework for land registration, electronic conveyancing, and protection of title in England and Wales
Finance Act 2003: Contains provisions for Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) on property transactions
Value Added Tax Act 1994: Governs VAT implications on property transactions and related services
Trustee Act 2000: Regulates trustee duties and powers in property transactions involving trusts
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Protects consumer interests in auction transactions and ensures fair trading practices
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Specifies information requirements and cancellation rights in consumer contracts including property auctions
Common Law Auction Principles: Established case law principles governing auction conduct, binding contracts, and responsibilities
Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008: Prohibits unfair commercial practices in property transactions and auctions
Local Land Charges Act 1975: Governs the registration and searching of local land charges affecting properties
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Addresses environmental considerations and liabilities in property transactions
Law Society's Conveyancing Protocol: Professional standards and procedures for property transactions in England and Wales
RICS Auction Guidelines: Professional standards and best practices for conducting property auctions by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
