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Where to deposit party wall security for expenses
Real Estate
Escrow

Where to deposit party wall security for expenses

We look at the options for depositing party wall security for expenses under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996
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Why can't law firms in the UK provide escrow services?
Legal
Third-Party Managed Accounts

Why can't law firms in the UK provide escrow services?

Rule 3.3 of the SRA Accounts Rules specifically prohibits the use of a client account to provide banking services.
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Escrow Accounts vs. Third-Party Managed Accounts
Legal
Third-Party Managed Accounts

Escrow Accounts vs. Third-Party Managed Accounts

A guide for law firms - escrow accounts and TPMA's both serve as mechanisms to safeguard funds and control disbursements, but operate in different ways.
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5 reasons clients prefer Project Bank Accounts
Construction
Third-Party Managed Accounts

5 reasons clients prefer Project Bank Accounts

‍Project Bank Accounts (PBAs) have been around for a long time now but, in the wake of Carillion and ISG's collapses, are experiencing a resurgence in popularity, both in the public and private sectors.
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UK Project Bank Account Providers List (2025)
Construction
Third-Party Managed Accounts

UK Project Bank Account Providers List (2025)

A round-up of the institutions that we know are presently offering Project Bank Accounts in the United Kingdom.
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Enabling Construction Works for Overseas Clients through an Escrow Account
Construction
Escrow

Enabling Construction Works for Overseas Clients through an Escrow Account

Securing the construction supply chain against high-risk overseas employers by using a construction escrow account as security for monthly payment.
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Construction Escrow as an alternative to Adjudication
Construction
Escrow

Construction Escrow as an alternative to Adjudication

Pay first, argue never? How to reduce the likelihood of disputes by using construction escrow to guarantee monthly payment amounts.
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dospay is a trading name of DOS & Co. Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales with company number 08294966.
DOS & Co. Ltd. is registered with the Financial Conduct Authority under the Payment Services Regulations 2017 (FRN: 833374) for the provision of payment services.
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