I have a decision in principle. The bank mentioned the home loan came with free conveyancing. Does this mean I have to use their panel lawyer as I would much rather instruct a high street conveyancing solicitor in Ferring?
Do check but the chances are that give you one of their panel solicitors should you want the "fee-free" incentive. Contact the bank to check if they allow a cash alternative. It is not unheard for a lender to give a £250 cashback as a further option in which case that money can go towards your preferred conveyancing solicitor near Ferring.
We are buying a property in Ferring. I might seem paranoid but how we can trust a conveyancer? At some point we have to deposit money into their account. What is the protection we have from them run away with our deposit?
Be assured that all money in a Solicitors client account is 100% safe, and even if your Solicitor ran off with it, the Law Society would reimburse you fully.
What is your number one tip for choosing a conveyancing solicitor in Ferring
It would be unwise to be tempted by the lowest Ferring conveyancing quote. You really do get what you pay for when it comes to property lawyers. A cheap quote may mean that the conveyancing solicitor is handling a lot of jobs at one time and you won’t get the quality of service and the attention that you need. It is, however, wise to use a conveyancer who has a fixed fee on a no sale, no fee basis. This way, you know exactly what you’ll have to pay in ahead of the deal.
Is it the case that all Ferring CQS (Conveyancing Quality Scheme) solicitors are on the RBS conveyancing panel?
A selection of banks and building societies now use the accreditation scheme as the kick off point for Panel membership such as HSBC and Santander. The Law Society’s CQS membership however is no guarantee to lender panel acceptance. Nevertheless,the Council of Mortgage Lenders have indicated that it is likely to become a pre-requisite for firms wishing to join their approved list of conveyancing solicitors.
It has been three months since my purchase conveyancing in Ferring took place. I have checked the Land Registry website which shows that I paid £200,000 when infact I paid £170,000. Why the discrepancy?
The price paid figure is taken from the application to register the purchase. It is the figure included in the Transfer (the legal deed which transfers the premises from one person to the other) and referred to as the 'consideration' or purchase price. You can report an error in the price paid figure using the LR online form. In most cases errors result from typos so at first glance the figure. Do report it so they can double check and advise.
I am downsizing from my home. My previous solicitors has retired. I would be grateful for any recommendation of a conveyancing firm. I happen to live in Ferring if that makes things easier.
You should use our search tool to help you find a solicitor for your conveyancing in Ferring. We have connected thousands of home buyers and sellers with regulated solicitors to ensure that the legalities of their house move goes smoothly.
Is it best to instruct a Ferring conveyancing practitioner in close proximity to the house I am buying? We have a good friend who can deal with the legal formalities however his firm is located over three hundred miles drive away.
The primary upside of using a high street Ferring conveyancing practice is that you can visit the firm to sign documents, present your ID and apply pressure on them if necessary. They will also have local knowledge which is a benefit. That being said it's more important to get someone that will pull out all the stops for you. If you know people who instructed your friend and in the main were happy that should surpass using an unknown Ferring conveyancing solicitor just because they are based in the area.
Your search tool is useful but there are many lawyers listed near Ferring being on the bank conveyancing panel. Can you recommend a specific firm on the bank approved panel?
We do not recommend specific Ferring firms as the right Ferring conveyancing solicitor for you depends on where your priorities lie. For example you may require a local firm with Ferring knowledge or you might be looking for the low cost conveyancing. Before you appoint your lawyer we advise you to speak to two or three of the the firms listed to gain comfort as to which one is right for you..