Why would I use a Knowle conveyancing solicitors firm when online conveyancers are more affordable?
To take your time to find contrast conveyancing costs in Knowle and you should seek a competitive estimate but don’t waste your energy scouring the internet for the cheapest Knowle conveyancer. Locating the right conveyancer can mark the distinction between a seamless and a stressful house move. It is important that you ensure that you have expert guidance from a specialist conveyancer. Emails can't take the place of a phone call and are no substitute for a face to face consultation. Our partner firms will find you a qualified and top rated conveyancing solicitor who can handle your conveyancing from beginning to end, providing a level of hand holding that you rarely receive from an online conveyancer. Our lawyers will inform you on any developments and keep you informed. Should you need to contact the office you will be sure who you need to speak to and they will endeavour to make sure that you are kept fully informed.
I own a freehold property in Knowle but still pay rent, why is this and what is this?
It’s unusual for properties in Knowle and has limited impact for conveyancing in Knowle 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 hundreds of years, but the Rent Charge Act 1977 barred the generation of new rentcharges from 1977 onwards.
Previous rentcharges can now be redeemed by making a one off payment under the Act. Any rentcharges that are still in existence in 2037 will be dispensed with completely.
After reading mumsnet.com for a cheap solicitor in Knowle, most comment that I should use a CQS accredited solicitor. Can you explain what CQS is?
The Conveyancing Quality Scheme (CQS) provides a recognised quality standard for residential conveyancing practices issued by the Law Society. Membership achievement establishes a level of credibility for member firms with stakeholders (regulators, lenders, insurers and consumers) based upon: * the integrity of the senior responsible officer and other key conveyancing staff * the firm's adherence to good practice management standards * compliance with prudent and efficient conveyancing procedures via the scheme protocol the standard includes many partnerships who conduct conveyancing in Knowle.
Due to the encouragement of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a house in Knowle ahead of appointing conveyancers. I have been advised that there is a flying freehold element to the property. My surveyor advised that some banks tend not grant a loan on a flying freehold home.
It depends who your proposed lender is. HSBC has different instructions for example to Halifax. Should you wish to telephone us we can check via the appropriate lender. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can help as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Knowle. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.
I was pointed in your direction by three or four local estate agents in Knowle to find a property lawyer on your site. Is there a financial upside for Estate Agents to recommend your services over another?
We don’t offer any financial incentive for pointing buyers and sellers to this site. We thought it would be too underhand to pay a commission as members of the public would think, ‘Why is the agent getting a kickback? Why am I not receiving any benefit too?’ We would prefer to grow our business on genuine recommendations.
Is it best to choose a Knowle conveyancing lawyer who is local to the property I am buying? We have a good friend who can conduct the legal work however they are based 300kilometers drive away.
The benefit of a local Knowle conveyancing practice is that you can pop in to execute documents, present your ID and pester them if necessary. They will also have local knowledge which is a bonus. However nothing is more important than finding someone that will do a good and efficient job. If you know people who used your friend and on the whole were happy that should trump using an unfamiliar Knowle conveyancing lawyer solely due to them being round the corner.