I have given 2 months notice to my current landlord and must leave my let out flat in Maidenbower by 2/4/2026. Conveyancing on my purchase is underway. Is it possible to complete in a couple of weeks as I wish to avoid having to find short term accommodation?
Generally one should not provide notice on a rental unless exchange of contracts has taken place. Assuming that you have not already done so, speak to your conveyancer and ask them to they chase the other lawyers, try to get a realistic time scale from them that everyone will aim towards
We note that you have a post code search directory listing law firms on the UBS conveyancing panel. Do companies pay you a referral fee if I retain them for our conveyancing in Maidenbower?
We are a listing service only for law firms wishing to communicate if they are on the UBS conveyancing panel or other lender panels. We do not charge referral fees to any conveyancer that you subsequently appoint for your conveyancing in Maidenbower.
We're in Maidenbower, FTBs purchasing with a mortgage (lender is Nationwide , and our solicitor is on the Nationwide conveyancing panel). How long should the conveyancing process take?
The fact that your lawyer is on the Nationwide conveyancing panel is a help. It would almost certainly delay matters if they were not. However, no conveyancer should guarantee a timeframe for your conveyancing, due to third parties outside of your control such as delays caused by lenders,conveyancing search providers or by the other side’s solicitors. The time taken is often determined by the number of parties in a chain.
Due to the encouragement of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a property in Maidenbower in advance of appointing lawyers. I have been informed that there is a flying freehold overhang to the property. Our surveyor advised that some lenders tend not grant a mortgage on such a premises.
It depends who your proposed lender is. Bank of Scotland has different instructions from Birmingham Midshires. Should you wish to call us we can check via the appropriate bank. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Maidenbower. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.
I am downsizing from my home. My past conveyancers have shut. I am in need of a recommendation of a conveyancing firm. Im based in Maidenbower if that affects matters.
Please use our search tool to help you find a solicitor for your conveyancing in Maidenbower. We have connected thousands of home buyers and sellers with regulated solicitors to ensure that the legalities of their house move goes smoothly.
At what stage do I incur the Stamp Duty Land Tax due for my house transaction in Maidenbower?
Most solicitors will fill out a Land Transaction Return Form on your behalf as part of your Maidenbower conveyancing transaction for you to sign. After completion your property lawyer will submit the Land Transaction Return Form to the Tax Authorities and - as long as they have the funds - discharge any tax bill liability for you.