New digital initiative launched to tackle home buying delays

The Future Property Transactions Group has been established to address delays in the home buying process by fostering collaboration among various stakeholders. The group includes Pexa, a fintech company specializing in digital property exchanges, as well as Leeds Building Society, Legal & General (L&G), West Yorkshire Combined Authority, Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB), Arch Law, and the Open Property Data Association (OPDA). The group s primary goal is to streamline the property transaction process, making it more efficient and seamless for all parties involved. The group s initial focus will be on West Yorkshire, and its inaugural meeting will take place during the Leeds Digital Festival. Richard Fearon, chief executive of Leeds Building Society, emphasized the importance of making homeownership more accessible and easier to achieve. The group aims to achieve cost savings, improve customer experience, and reduce the risk of fraud. It plans to develop a regional solution that could be implemented nationwide. Pexa s chief executive, Joe Pepper, highlighted the group s potential to address inefficiencies in the property market by promoting better collaboration and utilizing technology. Maria Harris, chair of the OPDA, also stressed the importance of collaboration and communication in achieving the group s goals. The Future Property Transaction Group will continue to convene and expand its membership as the initiative gains momentum. The pilot program in West Yorkshire is expected to provide valuable insights for potential nationwide implementation.

Source: mortgagesolutions.co.uk
Published on 2024-10-01