My mortgage broker requires my East Sussex solicitor’s panel reference for the Nat West conveyancing panel. What is the best way to find this out. I have e-mailed my local East Sussex branch but they have not responded to me.
You are best placed to get this information from your East Sussex lawyer . Most East Sussex conveyancing firms will keep a file or database of lender panel information which would include, if applicable, their conveyancing panel details for each mortgage company.
We are soon to exchange buying a property in East Sussex but as a consequence of wreckage from some water damage at the property I have was able negotiate compensation from the seller in the sum of £2k in the form of a deduction in the price. I had intended this to be dealt with as part of a side agreement but Leeds Building Society are not allowing this. Why were they informed?
The solicitor being on the Leeds Building Society approved list is obliged to advise Leeds Building Society of any amendments to the sale price. If you were to refuse your lawyer to report the price change to Leeds Building Society then they would have to discontinue acting for you. In addition, Leeds Building Society and you would have to appoint a new property lawyer for your conveyancing in East Sussex.
I am told that my conveyancing solicitors will need to check that the building insurance for my purchase of a house in East Sussex. My lender is Tesco Bank
Tesco Bank have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook. As of 26/2/2025, the requirements read as follows :
Do commercial conveyancing searches reveal impending roadworks that may affect a commercial premises in East Sussex?
Many commercial conveyancing solicitors in East Sussex will order a SiteSolutions Highways report as it dramatically cuts the time that conveyancers spend in sourcing accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in East Sussex. The search result provides definitive information on the adoption status of roads, footpaths and verges, as well as the implication of traffic schemes and the rights of way surrounding a commercial development sites in East Sussex.
For every commercial conveyancing transaction in East Sussex it is critical to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. Failure to identify developments where adoption procedures have not been dealt with adequately could cause delays to East Sussex commercial conveyancing transactions as well as present a risk to future plans for the site. These searches are not carried out for domestic conveyancing in East Sussex.
The deeds to my property can not be found. The solicitors who conducted the conveyancing in East Sussex 10 years ago are no longer around. What are my next steps?
Nowadays there are duplicates made of almost everything, and your lawyer should be aware exactly where to locate all the relevant documentation so you may buy or dispose of your house without a hitch. Where duplicates are not available, your lawyer can arrange cover in the form of insurance or indemnities against future claims on your property.
Just had an offer accepted on a new build flat in East Sussex. Conveyancing is daunting 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 legal work.
Set out below are examples of a selection of leasehold new build questions that you can expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in East Sussex
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Has the Lease plan been approved by the Land Registry and if not when will they be lodged for this purpose? Please supply evidence that the form of Lease proposed has been approved by the Land Registry. The Lease must contain a provision on behalf of the Vendor to pay the service charges in respect of unoccupied units in order to ensure that all services can be provided. The Vendor must covenant to keep unsold units in good repair until long leases are granted therefore. Will the freehold then be transferred for a nominal consideration (not exceeding £100) to the Management Company?