The social housing sector is undergoing a significant transformation. Following the Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023 and the lessons from the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, the UK Government has introduced the Competence and Conduct Standard (2025) , aimed at ensuring that housing management staff are not only qualified but also professional, accountable, and capable of delivering high-quality services to residents. What the Standard Requires The Competence and Conduct Standard

We are delighted to celebrate another AssocRICS success within our candidate community. Our latest achievement comes from a Residential Property Management pathway candidate who has successfully achieved AssocRICS with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors — and did so at the first attempt. Like all of our candidates, she committed fully to the process. Balancing professional responsibilities alongside structured preparation is never easy, yet she approached the journe

Understanding housing policy is essential for any surveying professional. From legislation, planning, and social housing reforms to modern regulatory frameworks, UK housing policy has evolved significantly over the last 100 years — shaping the way we practice today. At Surveyor Store Ltd , we’ve created a handy overview to help professionals and APC candidates understand this history and its implications for practice. Key Milestones in Housing Policy 1. Early 20th Century: He

In today’s fast-moving professional environment, technical ability alone is no longer enough. Whether you are leading a team, managing a project, or influencing stakeholders, understanding leadership theory gives you a strategic advantage. Leadership is not one single style. It is a combination of approaches applied depending on context, people, and objectives. The Evolution of Leadership Thinking Early thinking such as the Great Man Theory  suggested that leaders are born wi

We are pleased that another one of our candidates achieved MRICS on their first attempt. We used to say to Darrell that you are constrained, as you only have us. But he said I am happy with the support that I have. We are pleased that he passed the first time. Well done to  RICS  for getting his result to him early.  For RICS candidate support services, you can request to book a Teams meeting here. #RICS   #RICScandidatesupport   #MRICSsuccess   #MRICS   #AssocRICS

Understanding Contract Law: A Core Skill for Future Chartered Surveyors Contract law underpins almost every professional decision made in the built environment. From appointment documents and construction contracts to consultant agreements and variations, surveyors are expected to understand not just what  a contract says, but whether it is legally enforceable . For students and APC candidates, contract law can feel abstract. However, when broken down into its core elements,

Introduction Not all square metres in a shop are worth the same — and that simple fact sits at the heart of retail valuation. In high street and market town locations, the value of retail property is driven not just by size, but by how that space functions. Frontage, depth, visibility and customer flow all influence trading performance. To reflect this reality, valuers use an established method known as zoning , with values expressed in In Terms of Zone A (ITZA) . This articl

It has only been four weeks since I first started working with an aspiring Chartered Surveyor, and this week they are submitting their AssocRICS application ahead of the 13 January deadline. When we first met in early December, we talked about their vision for setting up and growing their surveying business. Over the past month, they have told me our conversations made them rethink their approach—and the progress they made is good. I did not expect to see such an impact, and

We have been helping aspiring Associate RICS members prepare their Summary of Experience (SoE) and Case Study submissions, turning complex requirements into clear, actionable guidance. The UK submission deadline is next week. Our new AssocRICS Submission Guide streamlines the process, helping candidates demonstrate competence, professionalism, and judgment—while giving clients confidence that they’re working with surveyors who truly understand the standards. If you are lookin

Hello everyone, This is a reminder to please check and make sure that you plan for your RICS submission dates. We are available over the seasonal closing period to help candidates meet their dates. A link to the RICS dates is here: https://www.rics.org/candidates/assessment-information/assessment-applications/uk . We are also pleased that another one of our candidates recently passed, and they are our successful candidate no. 12. Whilst writing, we would like to wish you a ha

We are pleased that another one of our candidates passed. Candidate support services by Surveyor Store Ltd. Sarah Chaudhry MBA FRICS Director Surveyor Store Ltd 07521 085400 sarah.chaudhry@surveyorstore.co.uk

Candidate 10 - a quantity surveyor and construction candidate said that they passed today. They kindly said that they, “couldn’t have done it”without us. This was a very senior leader, responsible for alot of resources . We said that we were honoured to have been their counsellor and mentor, we wished them all the best. For counsellor and mentoring services, you can book a call here: https://www.surveyorstore.co.uk/booking-calendar/1-2-h-new-client-briefing-1?referral=service

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has released this year’s Harris Debate, exploring the theme “Ethical surveying during a housing crisis.” Chaired by Lord Bichard KCB, the debate features insights from Dr Wei Yang OBE, Fiona Fletcher-Smith, Joey Aoun, Mairead Carroll, and Tom Stannard — all discussing how the surveying profession can balance commercial priorities with the wider public interest amid the UK’s housing challenges. The event examines key issues s

This was a good webinar. We had good feedback from attendees, over 100 people registered. The event was of interest to UK local government and others in the Bayfield and our network. The YouTube video is here: https://youtu.be/FaTyCfjIuHg?si=T_5Se2fGetZUq2UF . Should you wish to book a conversation, you can do this here:  The first 1/2 h is free to go through a client brief. We can provide tips to guide candidates considering or doing the RICS APC. Useful also if considering

Happy that another one of our senior professional candidates passed first time. The candidate had a investment banking background. They provided leadership and strategic support also advice to fast food brands. We learned that more than from fast food McDonald’s made the majority of their income from their global property portfolio. The candidate promised that they would wear a suit for the final assessment and not complain at questions. They were a doctor and a strong charac

We are happy that another one of our candidates achieved MRICS first time. They were a senior professional candidate. Their pathway was land and resources. They specialised in sustainability and already had several successful businesses. We established a good working relationship quickly. We always asked them for feedback at the end our sessions. They always left our calls grateful even for small tips. They said that after their wife that they would tell our director if they

4 H final interview preparation. We are pleased to have supported RICS candidates' submissions. They were on the following RICS routes, pathways, and work stages: APC preliminary. Facilities management. Preliminary review submission. APC preliminary. A planning and development candidate. Preliminary review submission. APC preliminary. A quantity surveying and construction candidate. Final submission. Senior professional. Building surveying. Final submission. Senior profession

The RICS Built Environment submission window in the UK is from 15-25 September. We are pleased to offer our 1.5-hour submission review...

RICS 2025 assessment dates. 3 years ago, I completed Hajj. For 1 year, then AMSi came out of that journey after the RICS featured my...

These new requirements were introduced through the Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023, which grants the Regulator of Social Housing the...