I opted for a Huddersfield based solicitor for my conveyancing in Huddersfield yesterday. Upon checking the fine print I seeI am responsible for costs even where the transaction does not complete. Would I be best advised to choose a web based lawyer offering no move no charge conveyancing in Huddersfield?
Generally there is a concession along the lines that if "No Completion No Fee" is available then the fee levels will tend to be be uplifted to neutralise the transactions that abort. You should be mindful that these promotions rarely cover expenditure such as Huddersfield conveyancing search charges.
Will my conveyancing lawyers need to check that the building insurance when buying a house in Huddersfield. My lender is Platform
Platform have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook. As of 25/6/2025, the requirements read as follows :
I need some quick conveyancing in Huddersfield as I am under pressure to exchange contracts within 2 weeks. A mortgage is not required. Is it possible to avoid the conveyancing searches to save fees and time?
If.Given you are are a mortgage free purchaser you have the choice not to do searches although no lawyer would suggest that you don't. With plenty of history conveyancing in Huddersfield the following are instances of what can be revealed and therefore affect future saleability: Refused Planning Applications, Outstanding Fees, Outstanding Grants, Road Schemes,...
The deeds to my home can not be found. The conveyancers who dealt with the conveyancing in Huddersfield 5 years ago are no longer around. What do I do?
In today’s world there are copies made of almost everything, and your conveyancer should be aware precisely where to look for all the appropriate paperwork so you may purchase or dispose of your house without a hitch. Where copies are not available, your lawyer can put in place insurance or indemnities protecting you against future claims on the premises.
I decided to have a survey done on a property in Huddersfield ahead of instructing solicitors. I have been advised that there is a flying freehold aspect to the house. The surveyor has said that some banks will not issue a loan on this type of home.
It varies from the lender to lender. Bank of Scotland has different requirements for example to Halifax. If you call us we can investigate further with the relevant lender. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Huddersfield. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.
As co-executor for the estate of my grandmother I am selling a residence in Newport but reside in Huddersfield. My conveyancer (who is 235 miles from meneeds me to execute a statutory declaration before completion. Could you suggest a conveyancing practitioner in Huddersfield who can attest and place their company stamp on the document?
Technically speaking you are not likely to be required to have the documents attested by a conveyancing solicitor. Normally or notary public or qualified solicitor will do regardless of whether they are based in Huddersfield