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Reasons to use our Longton conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Longton property lawyer are the linchpin to a successful Longton conveyancing experience, keeping the process under control. They are on your side throughout, offering dedicated advice for the duration of your transaction
  • 2 The firms listed on our directory have a mix of conveyancing lawyers, legal executives and support staff handling thousands of conveyancing matters annually.
  • 3 Longton property lawyers have a crucial edge when it comes to Longton conveyancing as they have important local knowledge of local authority requirements, planning policies and other matters that can affect your sale or purchase
  • 4 Low cost packages from online conveyancers might seem attractive. However, these organisations are often located hundreds of kilometers away with limited appreciation of the factors that impact property transactions in Longton
  • 5 Notwithstanding what alternative sites inform you it may be important to pop into your solicitor to execute documents. There are various parties with with an interest in a house sale without having to add Royal Mail into the equation.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Longton since September 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Longton

Having been told to check out your organisation we were going to appoint conveyancing solicitor in Longton found using your comparison tool but stumbled across alternative costs illustrations via the web look less expensive – why is this?

You can find plenty of websites promoting supposedly cut-price conveyancing, but supplementalcharges end up with the final invoice markedly uplifted. In accordance with regulatory requirements fees outlined in terms and conditions should be fair and reasonable and be applied The conveyancers that we put forward for conveyancing in Longton specify all charges for a standard conveyancing matter.

How can we tell if a Longton conveyancing solicitor on the RBS panel is any good?

When it comes to conveyancing in Longton obtaining recommendations is a good start. Before you go ahead, check if they offer a no sale no fee offer. Also, you often get what you pay for - a firm which quotes more, will often provide a better service than one advertising the lowest fees. We would always advocate that you speak with the lawyer handling your conveyancing.

I currently have a mortgage with Clydesdale for my property in Longton. Conveyancing has been completed months ago. In the event that I decide to rent out my property and do not currently have a buy-to-let mortgage do I need to remortgage to a BTL mortgage or inform Clydesdale?

Clydesdale must be informed of your intention before renting your property as this is likely to be a breach of Clydesdale’s mortgage conditions. It may be that Clydesdale will permit you to let out your former home without needing to switch to a buy-to-let mortgage but some lenders will add a surcharge to your mortgage rate to reflect the higher risk. You should contact Clydesdale directly. You need not do this via a Clydesdale conveyancing panel firm.

My offer on a property in Longton has been agreed to, but there is a chain. The vendors have put an offer on on an apartment, however it’s not yet agreed to, and have viewings of other properties booked. I have instructed a bricks and mortar conveyancing solicitor in Longton. What should be my next step? When should I get the mortgage application with Kent Reliance started?

It is normal to have apprehensions where there is a chain as you are unlikely to want to be too out of pocket prematurely (home loan application is in the region of one thousand pounds, then survey, Longton conveyancing search charges, etc). First, you must ensure that your property lawyer is on the Kent Reliance conveyancing panel. As to the subsequent steps this very much dictated by the specifics of your transaction, desire for this property and on the state of the market. During a hot market many purchasers would apply for the mortgage with Kent Reliance and arrange for the valuation and only if it was satisfactory would they ask their property lawyer to proceed with searches.

Should my lawyer be asking questions about flooding as part of the conveyancing in Longton.

The risk of flooding is if increasing concern for conveyancers dealing with homes in Longton. There are those who buy a property in Longton, completely expectant that at some time, it may suffer from flooding. However, leaving to one side the physical destruction, where a house is at risk of flooding, it may be difficult to obtain a mortgage, satisfactory building insurance, or sell the property. Steps can be carried out during the course of a house purchase to forewarn the purchaser.

Conveyancers are not best placed to offer advice on flood risk, however there are a number of searches that may be carried out by the buyer or by their conveyancers which can figure out the risks in Longton. The standard information sent to a buyer’s lawyer (where the Conveyancing Protocol is adopted) includes a usual inquiry of the owner to discover if the premises has ever been flooded. In the event that flooding has previously occurred and is not notified by the seller, then a buyer could commence a claim for damages as a result of such an misleading reply. A buyer’s conveyancers will also carry out an environmental report. This should reveal whether there is a recorded flood risk. If so, further investigations will need to be initiated.

About to purchase a new build flat in Longton. Conveyancing is a frightening process at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. Can you give me some examples of some of the questions asked in new build legal work.

Set out below is a sample of a selection of leasehold new build enquiries that you may expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Longton

    The Lease must contain a provision on behalf of the Vendor to pay the service charges in respect of unoccupied units in order to ensure that all services can be provided. Where there is an Undertaking being granted there is the risk of forfeiture of the Headlease subject to relief if one or more of the Underlessees are willing to accept the original Head Lessee’s obligations as otherwise relief will be denied to the Underlessees. The only alternatives are the Head Lessor agreeing not to forfeit the Headlease or the Head Lessee guaranteeing to the Underlessees that it will not be in breach of the Headlease. The Landlord must covenant to assume the management if the Management Company goes into liquidation or otherwise defaults in running the management scheme. Will the freehold then be transferred for a nominal consideration (not exceeding £100) to the Management Company?

I opted to have a survey carried out on a house in Longton before instructing lawyers. I have been told that there is a flying freehold element to the property. Our surveyor has said that some banks tend refuse to grant a loan on this type of house.

It varies from the lender to lender. Santander has different requirements from Birmingham Midshires. If you call us we can check with the relevant mortgage company. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Longton. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.

How simple is it to use your search app to choose a conveyancing solicitor in Longton on the authorised to act for my mortgage?

1st choose a lender such as Barclays , Bank of Scotland or Bank of Ireland then type in your preferred area e.g. Longton. Conveyancing organisations in Longton and beyond should be listed.

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Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Longton

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Longton with expertise in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This may include advice on Court proceedings for possession

  • Young And Co Solicitors Limited, Edward House, Uttoxeter Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 1NZ
  • Lichfield Reynolds Llp, 7-9 Commerce Street, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 1TU
  • Grindeys Llp, Glebe Court, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 1ET
  • Grindeys Solicitors Limited, 24-28 Glebe Court, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 1ET
  • Walters & Plaskitt Incorporating Leslie N. Dodd & Co, 19 Glebe Street, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 1JG

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Longton regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Longton specialising in commercial conveyancing in Longton. This should include advice on re-mortgaging commercial property
  • Lichfield Reynolds Llp, 7-9 Commerce Street, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 1TU
  • Chesworths Legal Limited, 37 Trentham Road, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 4DQ
  • Rj Staffordshire Limited, G1 Bellringer Road, Trentham Business Quarter, Trentham, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 8GB
  • Grindeys Llp, Glebe Court, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 1ET
  • Grindeys Solicitors Limited, 24-28 Glebe Court, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 1ET

Planning law solicitors in Longton regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Longton specialising in planning law. The solicitors can give expert legal advice on all aspects of planning, including tree preservation orders
  • Grindeys Solicitors Limited, 24-28 Glebe Court, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 1ET
  • Grindeys Llp, Glebe Court, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 1ET
  • A F Brooks & Company, Valley House, 12 Hartshill Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 7QU
  • Beswicks Solicitors Llp, Sigma House, Lakeside, Festival Way, Festival Park, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST1 5RY
  • Knights Professional Services Limited, The Brampton, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 0QW

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