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ABC+ Warranty is pleased to welcome Vida Home Loans to its Approved Mortgage Lender list, recognising our cover for new-build, converted, residential, and commercial properties across the UK.

In August 2023, new secondary legislation under the Building Safety Act introduced stricter building control rules for high-risk buildings, marking a significant shift for architects and developers from 1 October 2023.

Taking on a development or self-build project comes with challenges, making home builders’ insurance vital to protect against setbacks and ensure the project stays on track.

If you're building or converting a residential property in the UK, a Professional Consultants’ Certificate (PCC) offers essential assurance to lenders and buyers by confirming the property's construction meets required standards.

ABC+ Warranty has been featured in leading industry magazines for launching specialist warranty policies tailored to better support the UK’s social housing sector.

Selling a newly built property comes with complex insurance needs, making it essential to secure a suitable warranty to protect both your investment and that of future buyers and lenders.

When buying a new or converted property, most mortgage lenders require certification such as a Structural Warranty or Professional Consultants’ Certificate (PCC) to confirm the build meets regulatory and safety standards.

The acronym ‘CML’ stands for Council of Mortgage Lenders, a former UK industry body for mortgage lenders—now part of UK Finance since its 2017 merger with other financial groups.

As of 3rd July 2023, the Responsible Actors Scheme (RAS) became law in England, requiring developers to address fire safety defects or face restrictions on major developments.

As of 15th June 2023, all new buildings in England must comply with updated Building Regulations Part L, which aim to improve energy efficiency by 31% a major change for architects, builders, and developers.