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When It Comes to Regulated Searches, Local Still Leads
There’s a growing awareness in the property world that not all regulated searches are created equal. Yes, the regulation matters. IPSA wouldn’t exist without it. Yet the way a search is handled still makes all the difference. That’s where the local touch counts, and it’s precisely what IPSA members continue to bring to the table.
This week on IPSA Kind of Magic, we’ll be joined by two well-regarded voices in the field: Mahesh Kerai and Val Bennett. Between them, they bring decades of experience delivering regulated searches with a focus on quality, responsiveness and accuracy. They understand what solicitors need, what lenders require, and how to deliver both without compromise.
It’s not about volume. It’s not about speed for the sake of it. It’s about responsibility. Search agents working in the areas they know, with the councils they work with day in and day out. That kind of local knowledge doesn’t just make things smoother. It makes them safer. Risks get spotted earlier. Ambiguities get clarified. And clients, ultimately, get better protection.
One of the things that sets IPSA apart is that membership criteria start with regulation. We don’t just accept Property Codes Compliance Board (PCCB) status. We expect it. It’s a prerequisite. From there, we build further through training, experience, support and accountability. An IPSA search provider is not only regulated, but also trusted. Not just verified, but respected by those who rely on them daily.
Solicitors are required to apply due diligence when working with clients. IPSA members do the same. The moment a solicitor works with an IPSA agent, that first layer of diligence is already in place. It’s one less thing to worry about in a transaction that’s often packed with pressure and uncertainty. That peace of mind is no small thing.
This week’s podcast episode is an opportunity to reflect on the difference between a search being compliant and a search being useful. The difference between ticking a box and adding real value. A search can meet the minimum standard, yet still leave a solicitor with questions or doubts. A locally experienced provider won’t just provide data. They’ll provide guidance, reassurance, and, when necessary, clear advice on what’s needed next.
We’ll also be hearing how IPSA members respond when something goes wrong. After all, regulation doesn’t stop issues from arising – it’s there to support how those issues are handled. Knowing that your provider is accessible, accountable and backed by both experience and structure can be the difference between delay and resolution.
For conveyancers, lenders, estate agents and property professionals across the board, this is a timely conversation. With pressure mounting to complete faster, cut costs and rely more heavily on automation, it’s essential to remember the risks that come with detachment. Local independence continues to offer something tech and scale can’t replicate: human insight, real accountability and nuanced understanding.
Join us live on Wednesday 25th June at 1pm for IPSA Kind of Magic: When It Comes to Regulated Searches, Local Still Leads. Gareth Wax will be in the chair, joined by Mahesh Kerai and Val Bennett, bringing thoughtful, grounded reflections from the frontline of regulated search provision.
Watch live on LinkedIn, YouTube and other platforms. Or catch the episode back at: https://www.youtube.com/@SpillingTheProper-Tea
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This week on IPSA Kind of Magic, we’ll be joined by two well-regarded voices in the field: Mahesh Kerai and Val Bennett. Between them, they bring decades of experience delivering regulated searches with a focus on quality, responsiveness and accuracy. They understand what solicitors need, what lenders require, and how to deliver both without compromise.
It’s not about volume. It’s not about speed for the sake of it. It’s about responsibility. Search agents working in the areas they know, with the councils they work with day in and day out. That kind of local knowledge doesn’t just make things smoother. It makes them safer. Risks get spotted earlier. Ambiguities get clarified. And clients, ultimately, get better protection.
One of the things that sets IPSA apart is that membership criteria start with regulation. We don’t just accept Property Codes Compliance Board (PCCB) status. We expect it. It’s a prerequisite. From there, we build further through training, experience, support and accountability. An IPSA search provider is not only regulated, but also trusted. Not just verified, but respected by those who rely on them daily.
Solicitors are required to apply due diligence when working with clients. IPSA members do the same. The moment a solicitor works with an IPSA agent, that first layer of diligence is already in place. It’s one less thing to worry about in a transaction that’s often packed with pressure and uncertainty. That peace of mind is no small thing.
This week’s podcast episode is an opportunity to reflect on the difference between a search being compliant and a search being useful. The difference between ticking a box and adding real value. A search can meet the minimum standard, yet still leave a solicitor with questions or doubts. A locally experienced provider won’t just provide data. They’ll provide guidance, reassurance, and, when necessary, clear advice on what’s needed next.
We’ll also be hearing how IPSA members respond when something goes wrong. After all, regulation doesn’t stop issues from arising – it’s there to support how those issues are handled. Knowing that your provider is accessible, accountable and backed by both experience and structure can be the difference between delay and resolution.
For conveyancers, lenders, estate agents and property professionals across the board, this is a timely conversation. With pressure mounting to complete faster, cut costs and rely more heavily on automation, it’s essential to remember the risks that come with detachment. Local independence continues to offer something tech and scale can’t replicate: human insight, real accountability and nuanced understanding.
Join us live on Wednesday 25th June at 1pm for IPSA Kind of Magic: When It Comes to Regulated Searches, Local Still Leads. Gareth Wax will be in the chair, joined by Mahesh Kerai and Val Bennett, bringing thoughtful, grounded reflections from the frontline of regulated search provision.
Watch live on LinkedIn, YouTube and other platforms. Or catch the episode back at: https://www.youtube.com/@SpillingTheProper-Tea
PS:
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For podcast/media info:
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