Essential Property Law and Practice for SQE1

Author: Eliza Hakes; Martin George
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 9781032711447
Published In: February 2026
Format: Paperback
Jurisdiction: U.K. ? Disclaimer:
Countri(es) stated herein are used as reference only

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Essential Property Law and Practice for SQE1 explains the key principles of property law and practice in a clear, concise, and easy-to-understand style. Principles are introduced and illustrated with reference to realistic practical examples.

Written specifically for SQE study, this book provides an overview of five types of property transaction, with a coherent and structured approach to dealing with these from start to finish. It also includes a range of supportive features:

Transaction overview: A flowchart guiding you through the stages of each type of transaction, with signposts to the relevant chapters. Appendices also include examples of key documents and forms needed for different types of transaction
Revision points: Each chapter concludes with a concise list of key revision points
Multiple choice questions: Each section of the book provides multiple choice questions following the SQE1 question format (with answers to enable you to test your knowledge). Further multiple-choice questions and answers are also provided on the companion website

Part of Routledge’s Essential Law for SQE1 series, this concise and accessible text provides a clear understanding of the property law and practice element of SQE1 and will enable you to test your assessment skills. Without the assumption of any prior knowledge of property law and practice, it is suitable for any SQE candidate, whether a law or non-law graduate.

1. Using this book 2. The context of a property transaction

Phase 0: Commercial considerations

3. Commercial considerations and taking instructions

Phase 1: Due diligence

4. Investigating title to unregistered land 5. Investigating title to registered land 6. Analysing the entries arising from title investigation 7. Searches against the property 8. Planning permission and building regulations 9. Making enquiries of the seller

Phase 2: The documentation

10. The licence 11. The sale contract 12. The transfer deed 13. The lease 14. The mortgage deed

Phase 3: preparing for completion

15. Exchanging the sale contract 16. Pre-completion searches and enquiries 17. Practical steps to prepare for completion

Phase 4: Completion

18. Consequences of late completion 19. Completion

Phase 5: Post-completion

20. Post-completion steps

Phase 6: Leasehold management

21. Consent under a lease 22. Enforcing leasehold covenants 23. Ending a lease

Appendix 1: André’s purchase of the House

Appendix 2: Style&Go Ltd’s purchase of the Salon