Last June we completed a house move in Ilford. We have noticed several problems with the house which we believe were overlooked in the conveyancing searches. Is there anything we can do? Can you clarify the type of searches that needed to have been carried out for conveyancing in Ilford?
It is not clear from the question as what problems have arisen and if they are specific to conveyancing in Ilford. Conveyancing searches and due diligence initiated as part of the legal transfer of property are designed to help avoid problems. As part of the process, a property owner answers a document called a Seller’s Property Information Form. If the information provided is inaccurate, you could possibly take legal action against the owner 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 Ilford.
In what way does my ID and proof of funds have anything to do with my conveyancing in Ilford? Is this really necessary?
Anti-terror and anti-money-laundering regulations require solicitors and licensed conveyancers to check the identity of the potential client they are dealing with before they can accept their conveyancing business. The Terms and Conditions that you are required to sign will no doubt reaffirm 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 hand over identification documents, your conveyancer will not be able to take you on as a client.
I have Fifty Six years left on my lease and require a lease extension for my flat in Ilford. Conveyancing solicitors on the Chelsea Building Society panel can deal with such extensions right?
Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are securing a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Chelsea Building Society have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 5/8/2025 the requirements read as follows :
We are aiming to move home in October. Does my conveyancing solicitor update the removal company on the completion day. Incidentally, can you put forward a removal company in Ilford. Conveyancing solicitor was found prior to coming across your page.
On the day of completion you can pick up the house keys from the selling agent but this should only happen when the vendors solicitors advise the agent that they have the completion monies and the keys can be handed over. Subsequently you can advise the removal company that they can start moving you in. We are not in a position to suggest a specific removal company but can help you choose a residential property solicitor in Ilford or a legal practice that specialises in conveyancing in Ilford.
Can you point me to a directory of Clydesdale panel conveyancers in Ilford on the Council of Mortgage Lender’s Website?
Unfortunately not yet. There is no such directory service on the Council of Mortgage Lenders or Building Society Association websites. Very few lending institutions make their panel listings available online. If you are looking for a Ilford solicitor on the Clydesdale please make the most of our facility.
I was told four weeks ago that my mortgage has been agreed to by Leeds Building Society. Is it usual for Leeds Building Society to only issue the offer once my solicitor in Ilford is approved on their conveyancing panel? Leeds Building Society have asked my solicitor to see a copy of their Professional Indemnity Insurance Schedule.
A lender would not issue a mortgage until they have details of a lawyer on their panel. It can take a few weeks for Leeds Building Society to deal with your lawyer's application to be on the Leeds Building Society conveyancing panel. There's no guarantee that your solicitor will be accepted.
I have been told that property searches are the number one reason for stalling in Ilford house deals. Is there any truth in this?
The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) published findings of research by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not feature within the most frequent causes of hindrances during the legal transfer of property. Searches are unlikely to feature in any holding up conveyancing in Ilford.
I'm refinancing my primary home to a BTL mortgage with Yorkshire Building Society and intend to use the remaining equity towards a second house. The location we are interested in is Ilford. Will your solicitors be able to act for both sets of lenders and tie in the two deals?
Do use our comparison tool on this page to be sure that the solicitors are on the appropriate lender panels. Having checked that they are your solicitor should be able to tie up the two deals but you should have a chat with you lawyer and make apparent your expectations and requirements.