We are buying our first property. The property lawyer has messagedto enquire if we wish to take out additional conveyancing searches. We are really unsure what's relevant for conveyancing in Brixton
The extent of Brixton conveyancing searches depends entirely on the property, the location, the probability of any of these risks, your knowledge of the locality and risks, your general approach to risk. What is important is that you properly appreciate what information the searches could give you. Then you can make a decision if you consider that you need that search. If unclear, ask the conveyancing practitioner to explain.
As a novice what is the most important piece of guidance you can impart concerning purchase conveyancing in Brixton?
You may not hear this from too many lawyers but conveyancing in Brixton and elsewhere in England and Wales is an adversarial process. Put another way, when it comes to conveyancing there is an abundance of opportunity for conflict between you and others involved in the transaction. For example, the vendor, property agent and sometimes a bank. Choosing a lawyer for your conveyancing in Brixton is a critical decision as your conveyancer is your adviser, and is the ONE party in the transaction whose interest is to act in your best interests and to protect you.
There is a distinct creep of a "blame" culture- someone must be blamed for the process taking so long. You your first instinct should be to trust your conveyancer above the other parties in the conveyancing process.
Various internet forums that I have come across warn that are the primary reason for delay in Brixton conveyancing transactions. Is there any truth in this?
The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) published determinations of research by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not feature amongst the most frequent causes of delays in the conveyancing process. Searches are not likely to feature in any holding up conveyancing in Brixton.
I am looking to sell my house. My previous solicitors have shut. It would be helpful to have a recommendation of a conveyancing firm. Im based in Brixton if that makes things easier.
You should use our search tool to help you find a solicitor for your conveyancing in Brixton. We have connected thousands of home buyers and sellers with lender approved solicitors to ensure that the legalities of their house move goes with a minimum of fuss.
I need to instruct a conveyancing solicitor for some conveyancing in Brixton. I've stumble upon a web site which appears to be the ideal solution If it is possible to get all the legals done via email that would be preferable. Do I need to be wary? What are the potential pitfalls?
As usual with these online conveyancers you need to read ALL the small print - did you notice the extra charge for dealing with the mortgage?
I pay a maintenance contribution for my property in Brixton. As a result of poor financial planning I slipped into arrears with remittance. I negotiated a settlement plan but there is still three grand outstanding as of today.
I want to dispose of the property and I am panicking this could jeopardize the sale if I have to discharge the amount due in advance. Do I have to settle before - is this viable?
Your solicitor should be able to negotiate with the management company, and agree with them whether or not they would accept payment from sale proceeds. Here is an example of why it is sensible to select a solicitor in Brixton as they are likely to have an open line of communication with the management company.