Property Sales Contracts - Key Drafting Tips & Amendments

Introduction

Property sales contracts form a significant part of many property lawyers' case load, but there are a number of different scenarios and drafting considerations to be aware of.

This webinar will explore the main types of contract, the residential SCS and the commercial SCPC conditions. We will also briefly look at the main PLC amendments to the SCPC.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• The Standard (Residential) Conditions of Sale & the Commercial Property Standard Conditions
• Freehold sales with vacant possession - which contract to use and key points of difference between the 'residential' and 'commercial' conditions
• Essential clauses to be aware of
• Investment sales - subject to commercial leases - the need for consent from landlords and how the commercial conditions deal with this
• Rent arrears, service charges and insurance - how do the SCS and the PLC standard contract amendments deal with this

This webinar was recorded on 4th June 2025

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