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If you have reached us by Googling ‘Conveyancing in Clitheroe’ follow your intuition — you will have a better house move where you instruct a conveyancing solicitor in Clitheroe.

Reasons to use our Clitheroe conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Clitheroe lawyers work in conjunction with Clitheroe estate agents, developers, surveyors, mortgage companies and other professionals to make sure that a quality service is provided to clients every step of the way, helping make the process as straightforward as possible
  • 2 Clitheroe conveyancers will be familiar with the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and property agents
  • 3 Notwithstanding what other solicitors advise it may be important to visit your lawyer to sign contracts. There are enough parties with an interest in a house sale without needing to include Royal Mail into the equation.
  • 4 The Clitheroe conveyancing practitioners that we work with are dedicated to providing value for money, efficient and transparent conveyancing service to borrowers, sellers and investors in Clitheroe
  • 5 Low cost packages from online conveyancers might be tempting. However, these companies are often based hundreds of miles away with little appreciation of the factors that impact property transactions in Clitheroe

Examples of recent conveyancing in Clitheroe since October 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Clitheroe

My IFA requires my Clitheroe solicitor’s panel member for the Nationwide conveyancing panel. Can you suggest how I find this out. I have contacted my local Clitheroe office but they cant find it on their system.

You are best placed to get this information from your Clitheroe conveyancer . Most Clitheroe conveyancing firms will keep a file or database of lender panel information which would include, if applicable, their conveyancing panel details for each bank.

I am need of leasehold conveyancing for an apartment in a fairly new development (6 years old) in Clitheroe. The vast majority the properties are already sold. Do I need carry out the local searches as part of conveyancing in Clitheroe?

Conveyancing Searches are a vital link in the Clitheroe conveyancing process. There are a large number of companies conducting Clitheroe conveyancing searches, as well straight from the local authority. These are usually referred to as personal search companies due to them carrying out, personal searches. However, all Local Authority Search conveyancing products have one thing in common - they must obtain their information from the local authoritative source.

Do I have to attend the offices of the solicitor to sign the mortgage deed? If so, I will choose one who does conveyancing in Clitheroe so that I can attend their offices when needed.

Whereas this was necessary twenty years ago, almost all mortgage companies no longer need their conveyancing panel lawyer to witness the borrowers signature. You will still be obliged to provide ID documents and there are still distinct benefits to choosing a locally based practitioner, in your situation a conveyancing solicitor in Clitheroe.

I am buying a new build apartment in Clitheroe. Conveyancing is a frightening process at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. What sort of enquires would be asked in new build conveyancing.

Set out below are examples of a selection of leasehold new build questions that you can expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Clitheroe

    Please provide evidence that the form of Lease proposed has been approved by the Land Registry. The Vendor must covenant to keep unoccupied units in good repair until long leases are granted therefore. Forfeiture - bankruptcy or liquidation must not apply under this provision. If there are lifts in the building, please confirm that the owners of flats on the ground and basement floors will not be required to contribute towards the cost of maintenance and renewal. Please supply a car parking plan.

I am four weeks into a leasehold purchase having been directed to a firm by the selling agent to perform conveyancing in Clitheroe. We are not happy. Can you you assist me in finding new solicitors?

They would have to be very bad in order to consider replacing them. Has your mortgage offer been issued? If so you must make them aware of the new contact details and ensure the offer are issued to the new lawyers. The solicitor ideally needs to be on the banks panel to avoid escalating costs and complications. So that should be your first question of the new solicitors. Our find a solicitor tool should help you find a bank approved lawyer for your conveyancing in Clitheroe

Developers have put forward a property lawyer and I've obtained a quote from them. They are almost £400 less expensive than my local Clitheroe lawyer. What's the catch?

Builders frequently have panels of solicitors who are quick and who know the seller’s documentation and solicitor. As many developers offer an incentive to choose a preferred lawyer for this reason, any increased fees can be avoided and a builder won't suggest a conveyancing factory and run the risk of having the transaction delayed when they want exchange in 28 days. The argument for not opting for the suggested lawyer is that they may be hesitant to fight for your interests at the risk of upsetting the developer. Where you have concerns that this may be the situation you should stick with your local Clitheroe solicitor.

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Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Clitheroe

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Clitheroe with expertise in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This will likely include advice on Terms and conditions of tenancy agreements

  • Steele & Son With Bagot Heyes, Castlegate, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1AZ
  • Chenery Maher Ltd, 21 Church Street, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 2DF
  • Ruth Moores & Co, 18 Railway View Road, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 2HE
  • Backhouse Jones Limited, The Printworks, Ribble Valley Enterprise Park, Hey Road, Barrow, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 9WD

Planning law solicitors in Clitheroe regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Clitheroe practicing in planning law. The solicitors can give expert legal advice on all aspects of planning, including making sure people do what the planning regulations say
  • Steele & Son With Bagot Heyes, Castlegate, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1AZ
  • Backhouse Jones Limited, The Printworks, Ribble Valley Enterprise Park, Hey Road, Barrow, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 9WD
  • Green Solicitors Ltd, 79 King Street, Whalley, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 9SW

Residential conveyancing in Clitheroe usually comprises the following:

  • Taking instructions from the appropriate parties
  • Checking the title to the property
  • Conducting Clitheroe conveyancing searches for the property
  • Assessing draft sale agreement and other papers forwarded by the seller’s lawyer
  • Raising queries with the seller’s lawyer
  • Agreeing the wording of the sale contract
  • Examining replies prepared by the seller to pre-contract enquiries
  • Negotiating a Transfer document
  • Advising the purchasing in respect of the mortgage offer: (where relevant)
  • Drawing up and sending the buyer a report on title (that is; reporting to the buyer on the contents of the contract pack, preliminary enquiries and the result of the searches)
  • Proceeding to exchange of contracts and then completion formalities
  • Completion of and submitting to HMRC the correct stamp duty forms and payment
  • Registering the transfer of ownership and the home loan (where appropriate) at the HMLR.

*Source acknowledgement: House price data produced by Land Registry as well data supplied by Lexsure Ltd.

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