My best friend’s step-father is a conveyancing practitioner. I suspect that I'll be able to get mate’s rates for conveyancing, However if that does not come materialise, what level of figure should I be expecting for conveyancing in Meir?
It’s prudent to look for 3 or more like-for-like conveyancing quotes. Make use of our comparison tool on this page. Whilst amounts will vary but the service one can expect are distinct between law firms as is the case with the vast majority of professional services.
Can the conveyancing lawyers to be found on your site handle auction conveyancing in Meir?
There are a number of niche solicitors we can connect you with those conducting auction conveyancing. Meir is just one of hundreds of locations in which our lawyers have a presence.
I am helping my sister sell her flat in Meir. Does the conveyancing solicitor order the EPC or do I organise this?
After the demise of Home Information Packs, energy assessments was retained a compulsory component of selling a house. An energy performance certificate should be to hand before the property is advertised. It is not a task that solicitors ordinarily organise. If you are using a Meir conveyancing practitioner they may be willing to arrange energy performance certificates due to their contacts with reputable local providers
My uncle advised me that in purchasing a property in Meir there may be various restrictions preventing external changes to a property. Is this right?
We are aware of a number of properties in Meir which have some sort of restriction or requirement of consent to execute external variations. Part of the conveyancing in Meir should determine what restrictions are applicable and advising you as part of a ROT that should be sent to you.
We previously selected conveyancers based in Meir on the Kent Reliance solicitor panel. They are now charging me a supplemental charge for the legal aspects of the Kent Reliance mortgage. Is this a supplemental conveyancing fee set by Kent Reliance?
As unfair as it may appear, as long as it’s in their Terms of Engagement or estimate then yes your solicitor may levy a fee for this. This fee is not dictated by Kent Reliance but by your Meir solicitor. Some firms on the Kent Reliance panel will charge ’dealing with mortgage’ fee and others do not.
How does conveyancing in Meir differ for new build properties?
Most buyers of new build premises in Meir approach us having been asked by the developer to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the residence is finished. This is because house builders in Meir tend to buy the real estate, plan the estate and want to get the plots sold off as they are building the properties. Buyers, therefore, will have to exchange contracts without actually seeing the house they are buying. To reduce the chances of losing the property, buyers should instruct conveyancers as soon as the property is reserved and mortgage applications should be submitted quickly. Due to the fact that it could be several months and even years between exchange of contracts and completion, the mortgage offer may need to be extended. It would be wise to use a lawyer who specialises in new build conveyancing especially if they are used to new build conveyancing in Meir or who has acted in the same development.
I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold element on a house I put an offer in a fortnight ago in what was supposed to be a quick, chain free conveyancing. Meir is the location of the property. What do you suggest?
Flying freeholds in Meir are rare but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even though you don't necessarily need a conveyancing solicitor in Meir you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds diligently. Your mortgage company may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Meir may decide that this is not enough and that the deeds be re-written to give you the most up to date legal protection. If so, the next door neighbour also had to sign up to the revised deeds.It is possible that your lender will not accept the situation so the sooner you find out the better. You should also check with your insurance broker as to whether they will insure a flying freehold premises.
What is the reason for new build conveyancing in Meir being more expensive?
Purchasing a brand new property is significantly different from the normal house purchase conveyancing in Meir. Firstly sellers normally demand contracts to exchange within a tight deadline, so there is a lot of pressure on your lawyer to make sure everything is in order. Furthermore new build premises frequently involve the checking of adoption of highways, drains, planning considerations, building warranties or architects certificates. Bank requirements are also more detailed. Due to the complex nature of the process for these types of properties, the conveyancing new build fees are higher than normal.