Is the fact that my conveyancer in Ditchling is not listed on my bank's conveyancing panel that there is a problem with the quality of the firm’s conveyancing?
It would be unwise to jump to that conclusion. There are plenty of reasonable explanations. A recent report by the solicitors regulator revealed 76% of law firms surveyed had been removed from at least one lender panel. The most common reasons for removal are: (1) lack of transactions (2) the solicitor is a sole practitioner (3) as part of the HSBC panel reduction (4) regulatory contact by SRA (5) accidental removal. Should you be concerned you should contact the Ditchling conveyancing firm and ask them why they are no longer on the approved list for your bank.
Do the conveyancing lawyers listed on your site handle attended exchange conveyancing in Ditchling?
We do have a number of conveyancing experts carrying out personalised exchanges. You should contact us to get a conveyancing quote and details as to availability.
Is it the case that all Ditchling solicitor practices on the TSB conveyancing panel are governed by the SRA?
As solicitors, in order to be on the TSB conveyancing panel they would need to be governed by the Solicitors Regulatory Authority. Some lenders do permit licenced conveyancers on their panel and in that case the firms would be overseen by the Council of Licensed Conveyancers.
I have decided to exercise my right to buy my property in Ditchling off the council. I have a mortgage agreed with Clydesdale. Conveyancing is not something I have any knowledge of. Can I proceed without a solicitor easily? I think we can but we keep being told I should use one. Any advice?
It is not advisable to proceed with a house purchase without a solicitor. The council's solicitor are not acting for you. You need a solicitor for a number reasons. One of which is to verify what plans the Council have for repairs and refurbishment for the next five years. Many leaseholders have been stung for contributions of thousands of pounds. In any event, if you are getting a mortgage with Clydesdale, you will need to appoint a solicitor on the Clydesdale conveyancing panel.
Planning on purchasing a flat in Ditchling. I have received an online quote from a licenced conveyancer, which states: "There will be no charge for dealing with the Lender if you are obtaining a mortgage". I take this to mean that there will be no additional fee if the solicitor is on the Skipton conveyancing panel. I wanted to make sure it means there will be no additional fees for dealing with the mortgage.
They are simply saying that the cost for acting for the lender is included in the fee being quoted. It is worth you checking that the Ditchling conveyancing practitioner is on the Skipton conveyancing panel.
I have been told that property searches are the number one reason for obstruction in Ditchling house deals. Is that correct?
The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) released determinations of a review by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not figure within the most frequent causes of hindrances in the conveyancing process. Local searches are not likely to be the root cause of holding up conveyancing in Ditchling.
Are there restrictive covenants that are commonly picked up as part of conveyancing in Ditchling?
Restrictive covenants can be picked up when reviewing land registry title as part of the legal transfer of property in Ditchling. An 1874 stipulation that was seen was ‘The houses to be erected on the estate are each to be of a uniform elevation in accordance with the drawings to be prepared or approved by the vendor’s surveyor…’
Me and mypartner and I are are looking to find an affordable conveyancing solicitor in Ditchling to help me sell my home. I am aware of the dangers of getting ripped off but with plenty Ditchling conveyancing practices to pick from...who's the best?
An independent personal recommendation via someone who has instructed a conveyancing lawyer previously is no doubt a good thing. You are bound to know someone who has used a conveyancing solicitor in the past. Feel free to make the most of our comparison tool for Ditchling conveyancing quotes