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Examples of recent conveyancing in Bermondsey since August 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Bermondsey

I am hoping to move into my new home in Bermondsey next Tuesday. I have now been asked to send a copy of my building insurance schedule by my solicitor as as she informs me that she is duty bound to validate that it is in order for the mortgage company. What risks does the lender expect the insurance to cover?

Any lawyer on acting for banks would need to check that the following risks are covered fire; lightning; aircraft; explosion; earthquake; storm; flood; escape of water or oil; riot; malicious damage; theft or attempted theft; falling trees and branches and aerials; subsidence; heave;landslip;collision;accidental damage to underground services;professional fees, demolition and site clearance costs; and public liability to anyone else. There are some other issues such as the level of excess that are set out in a lender’s UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook instructions. These requirements are not specific to conveyancing in Bermondsey.

Should conveyancers ask for money on account when it comes to conveyancing in Bermondsey?

Where you are retaining lawyers for conveyancing in Bermondsey your solicitor will request that you to provide them with funds to cover the search fees. This will be the total of the cost of the Local Authority Search. When the down payment is payable against the sale price then this should be needed immediately ahead of exchange of contracts. Any further balance that is due should be transferred shortly before completion.

I am buying a house and require a conveyancing solicitor in Bermondsey who is on the Yorkshire Building Society solicitor. Can you recommend a local solicitor?

Our service is limited to being a directory service for firms who wish to listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for Yorkshire Building Society in certain locations such as Bermondsey. We dont recommend any particular firm.

Yesterday I discovered that there is a flying freehold issue on a house I put an offer in last month in what was supposed to be a straight forward, chain free conveyancing. Bermondsey is where the house is located. What do you suggest?

Flying freeholds in Bermondsey are not the norm but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even though you don't necessarily need a conveyancing solicitor in Bermondsey you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds very carefully. Your bank may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Bermondsey may ascertain that this is not enough and that the deeds be re-written to give you the most up to date legal protection. If so, the next door neighbour also had to sign up to the revised deeds.It is possible that your lender will not accept the situation so the sooner you find out the better. You should also check with your insurance broker as to whether they will insure a flying freehold property.

Do I need to be wary by third parties that I am dealing with are recommending a national conveyancing firm as opposed to a High Street Bermondsey conveyancing company?

As with many professional services, often recommendations from connections can be worth their weight in gold. Nevertheless there are numerous parties with a keen interest in a conveyancing matter; estate agents, financial adviser and mortgage companies may suggest lawyers to appoint. On occasion the solicitors might be known to one of the organisations as one of the best in their field, but occasionally there exists a financial incentive behind the endorsement. You have the right to appoint your own lawyer. Don't forget that the majority of banks specify a panel list of law firms you have to use for the lender aspect of your home move.

What can I do where I am not happy with the solicitor who conducted our conveyancing in Bermondsey?

Occasionally the level of service you receive is not as you expect, and is is a fact of life that occasionally things do go wrong. Nevertheless there is recourse where you were unhappy with your conveyancing in Bermondsey. This varies from trying to resolve matters directly with them, through to reporting a lawyer to their governing body. If you remain dissatisfied you may consider getting in touch with the Legal Ombudsman.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Bermondsey regulated by the SRA

It is important to note that the listed firms do not limit their work for conveyancing in Bermondsey but also conveyancing throughout England and Wales.

  • Nelsons, 9 Bell Yard Mews, London, SE1 3UY
  • Bond Dickinson Llp, 4 More London Riverside, London, London, SE1 2AU
  • Cranelaw Nominees Limited, 4 More London Riverside, London, London, SE1 2AU
  • Gowling Wlg (uk) Llp, 4 More London Riverside, London, London, SE1 2AU
  • Laytons Solicitors Llp, 5th Floor, 2 More London Riverside, London, SE1 2AP

Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Bermondsey

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Bermondsey practicing in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This may include advice on Leasehold Valuation Tribunal proceedings

  • Nelsons, 9 Bell Yard Mews, London, SE1 3UY
  • Norton Rose Fulbright Llp, 3 More London Riverside, London, London, SE1 2AQ
  • Bond Dickinson Llp, 4 More London Riverside, London, London, SE1 2AU
  • Gowling Wlg (uk) Llp, 4 More London Riverside, London, London, SE1 2AU
  • Laytons Solicitors Llp, 5th Floor, 2 More London Riverside, London, SE1 2AP

Planning law solicitors in Bermondsey regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The practices listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Bermondsey specialising in planning law. The solicitors can give expert legal advice on all aspects of planning, including compulsory purchases in Bermondsey
  • Norton Rose Fulbright Llp, 3 More London Riverside, London, London, SE1 2AQ
  • Cranelaw Nominees Limited, 4 More London Riverside, London, London, SE1 2AU
  • Bond Dickinson Llp, 4 More London Riverside, London, London, SE1 2AU
  • Gowling Wlg (uk) Llp, 4 More London Riverside, London, London, SE1 2AU
  • Laytons Solicitors Llp, 5th Floor, 2 More London Riverside, London, SE1 2AP

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