My previous solicitor has quoted just over a thousand pound for freehold conveyancing in Highworth. I’m looking to sell a purpose built property for £175,000. This appears expensive. Is it in excess of what I should be paying for conveyancing in Highworth?
The charges are a bit high. Where you are happy to spend time comparing charges you could get the conveyancing a bit cheaper by say £100 plus VAT. On the other hand, you couldcome to regret choosing an an untested conveyancer. Don't forget to check the solicitor can act for your bank. Do make use of our comparison tool to locate a Highworth conveyancing firm on the lender’s approved list of lawyers which can often include conveyancing solicitors in Highworth.
Last November we completed a house move in Highworth. We have noticed several problems with the house which we believe were omitted in the conveyancing searches. What action can we take? Can you clarify the type of searches that should have been carried out as part of conveyancing in Highworth?
It is not clear from the question as to the nature of the problems and if they are relate to conveyancing in Highworth. Conveyancing searches and due diligence undertaken as part of the legal transfer of property are supposed to help avoid problems. As part of the legal transfer of property, the vendor fills in a document known as a Seller’s Property Information Form. If the information provided is misleading, you could possibly take legal action against the vendor for any losses that you have suffered. The survey should have identified any problems with the structure of the property. Assuming a detailed survey was carried out and the issues were not identified, you may have a claim against the surveyor. However, if you did not have a full survey, you may be responsible for fixing any defects that have now been noted. We would always encourage buyers to take every possible step to ensure they are completely aware of the condition of a property before purchase regardless of whether they are buying in Highworth.
What does my ID and proof of funds have anything to do with my conveyancing in Highworth? Why is this being asked of me?
Anti-terror and anti-money-laundering laws require solicitors and licensed conveyancers to check the ID of the person or body they are dealing with prior to agreeing to accepting their conveyancing instruction. The Terms of Engagement that you are required to sign will no doubt confirm this. Your lawyer also has obligations to obtain certain documents in accordance with the CML Lenders Handbook requirements last updated on 1st December 2014. Should you refuse to supply identification documents, your solicitor can not take you on as a client.
About to purchase a new build flat in Highworth. 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 legal work.
Here is a sample of a few leasehold new build questions that you may expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Highworth
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Please supply evidence that the form of Lease proposed has been approved by the Land Registry. Has the Lease plan been approved by the Land Registry and if not when will they be lodged for this purpose? Will control of the Management Company (if any) be handed over to purchasers on completion of the last sale or earlier? Will the freehold then be transferred for a nominal consideration (not exceeding £100) to the Management Company?
Am I right to be suspicious that estate agents that I am dealing with are suggesting a national conveyancing firm as opposed to a local Highworth conveyancing company?
As with many service providers, often input from family and friends can be most helpful. Nevertheless there are numerous parties with a vested interest in a conveyancing transaction; estate agents, mortgage brokers and banks might all put forward solicitors to choose. On occasion these lawyers might be known to one of the organisations as one of the best in their field, but sometimes there is an underlying financial incentive behind the endorsement. You have the right to select your own lawyer. However, bear in mind that some mortgage providers specify a panel list of solicitors you must use for the mortgage related work in your transaction.
In my capacity as executor for the will of my father I am selling a residence in Neath but live in Highworth. My solicitor (approximately 260 miles from merequires that I sign a statutory declaration prior to completion. Could you suggest a conveyancing lawyer in Highworth to attest this legal document for me?
Technically speaking you are unlikely to need to have the documents witnessed by a conveyancing solicitor. Ordinarily any notary public or solicitor will be fine regardless of whether they are based in Highworth