Just been in touch with my conveyancing solicitor in Edenbridge who completed the legal work 18 months ago asking for a conveyancing quote based on an identical type of home move (a leasehold premises and a freehold property) of similar values with a loan from Barclays Direct. It looks as though am now being quoted twice the amount. Am I right to be tempted to shop around for a cheaper internet firm of conveyancing solicitor?
The quote is fractionally on the expensive side. If you you were to look around you may be able to shave off some of the cost by perhaps £125. That being said, assuming were pleased with the service the firm offered you mightcome to rue opting for an an untested conveyancer. Don't forget to be sure that the solicitor can also act for Barclays Direct. You can employ our search tool to choose a Edenbridge conveyancing firm on the Barclays Direct conveyancing panel, which can often include conveyancing solicitors in Edenbridge.
I have given 2 months notice to my existing landlord and have to be out of my let out flat in Edenbridge by 18/11/2026. Conveyancing for my house purchase is progressing. How realistic is it to complete in a couple of weeks as don't want to have to move into temporary accommodation?
Generally one should not provide notice on a rental unless your lawyer suggests that you should. Assuming that you have not previously done so, speak to your lawyer and urge them to they cajole the other solicitors, try to get a realistic time scale from them that everyone will look towards
I am the registered owner of a freehold premises in Edenbridge but still invoiced for rent, why is this and what is this?
It is rare for properties in Edenbridge and has limited impact for conveyancing in Edenbridge but some freehold properties in England (particularly common in North West England) pay an annual sum known as a Chief Rent or a Rentcharge to a third party who has no other legal interest in the land.
Rentcharge payments are usually between £2.00 and £5.00 per year. Rentcharges have existed for many centuries, but the Rent Charge Act 1977 barred the creation of fresh rentcharges post 1977.
Previous rentcharges can now be redeemed by making a one off payment under the Act. Any rentcharges that are still in existence after 2037 is to be extinguished.
I am purchasing a terraced house in Edenbridge. Conveyancing solicitors are said to be ‘a necessary evil’ but can I do it myself?
Leaving aside the complexities and merits of DIY conveyancing in Edenbridge you will have to appoint a solicitor on your lender's conveyancing panel to look after their interests. Most people therefore find it easier to let the solicitor act for them and the lender. Furthermore there is minimal cost savings to be made in you doing conveyancing for yourself and another lawyer conducting the conveyancing for the lender. Please feel free to use the search tool to find a lawyer on your lender panel in Edenbridge.
I am buying a new build house in Edenbridge benefiting from help to buy. The sellers refused to budge the amount so I negotiated £7000 of additionals instead. The house builders rep told me not reveal to my conveyancer about this side-deal as it may adversely affect my loan with Birmingham Midshires. Is this normal?.
All lenders require a Disclosure of Incentives Form from the builder of any new build, converted or renovated property, It is available online from the Lenders’ Handbook page on the UK Finance website. UK Finance form is completed and handed to the lender's surveyor when the inspection is done.
Lenders have different policies on incentives. Some accept none at all, cash or physical, while others will accept cash incentives up to 5%.
Hard to understand why the representative of a builder would be suggesting you withold information from a solicitor when all this will be clearly visible on forms the builder has to supply to its solicitor, the buyer's solicitor and the surveyor.
I am looking to sell my house. My past lawyers has retired. I would be grateful for any recommendation of a conveyancing firm. I happen to live in Edenbridge if that affects matters.
You should use our search tool to help you find a solicitor for your conveyancing in Edenbridge. We have connected thousands of home buyers and sellers with lender approved solicitors to ensure that the legalities of their house move runs with a minimum of fuss.