I am obtaining a mortgage offer from Nat West. I would like to instruct a Licensed Conveyancer in Blythe Bridge. Does the Nat West Conveyancing panel exclude Licensed Conveyancers?
The Nat West conveyancing panel is, like many other lenders, represented by the CML or Building Society Association, open to Licensed Conveyancers regulated by the CLC.
Can the conveyancing lawyers Indexed on your site execute auction conveyancing in Blythe Bridge?
We know of a few auction solicitors we can put you in touch with those conducting auction conveyancing. Blythe Bridge is just one of our locations where our lawyers cover.
After reviewing mumsnet.com for a high-quality lawyer in Blythe Bridge, many comment that I must use a CQS accredited solicitor. Can you explain what CQS is?
Blythe Bridge Conveyancing Quality Scheme law firms have achieved accreditation under the Law Society's Scheme (CQS) CQS was created to promote high standards in the home buying process. CQS helps consumers to recognise solicitor firms who provide a quality residential conveyancing. Blythe Bridge is one of the many areas in England and Wales in which accredited firms have a presence. The conveyancing scheme obliges law firms to undergo a strict assessment, compulsory training, self-certification, random audits and yearly assessments in order to maintain CQS status. It is open only to members of the Law Society who meet the demanding standards set by the scheme and has the support of the Legal Ombudsman.
Forgive me if this question is silly but I am wet behind the ears as a 1st time purchaser of a two bedroom flat in Blythe Bridge. Do I collect the keys to the house on completion from my solicitor? If this is the case, I will use a High Street conveyancing solicitor in Blythe Bridge?
There is no need to visit the lawyers office on the day of completion. Conveyancing lawyers for you will arrange to send the completion advance to the owner’s conveyancers, and once they have received this, you should be able to collect the keys from the property Agents and move into your new home. Usually this occurs early afternoon.
My wife and I purchasing a end of terrace house in Blythe Bridge. Our aim is to carry out an extension to the side at the house.Will legal conveyancing on the property include checks to see if these alterations are permitted?
Your property lawyer will check the deeds as conveyancing in Blythe Bridge can occasionally reveal restrictions in the title documents which prevent certain changes or need the consent of a 3rd party. Certain extensions require local authority planning consent and approval under the building regulations. Certain areas are designated conservation areas and special planning restrictions apply which often prevent or affect extensions. You should check these issues with a surveyor prior to committing yourself to a purchase.
Are all Blythe Bridge Conveyancing Quality Solicitors on the Santander conveyancing list of approved solicitors?
Some major lenders now utilise the accreditation scheme as the starting point for Panel membership such as HSBC and Santander. The Law Society’s CQS accreditation however gives no guarantee to lender panel acceptance. Nevertheless,the Council of Mortgage Lenders have indicated that it is likely to become a pre-requisite for firms wishing to join their panels.
I have been told that property searches are a common reason for stalling in Blythe Bridge house deals. Is this right?
The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) released findings of research by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not figure within the top 10 causes of delays during the legal transfer of property. Local searches are unlikely to be the root cause of delay in conveyancing in Blythe Bridge.
I have been sourcing a conveyancing lawyer in Blythe Bridge for my home move. Can I see a solicitor's record with the legal regulator?
One can see published Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) determinations stemming from inquisitions started on or after 1 January 2008. Visit Check a solicitor's record. For information Pre 2008, or to check a firm's record, phone 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 any week day save for Tuesday when lines open at 9.30am. For callers outside the UK, dial +44 (0)121 329 6800. The regulator may monitor call for training purposes.