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Reasons to use our North Yorkshire conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 The hallmark of our conveyancing solicitors in North Yorkshire is quality not quantity. The level of service offered by conveyancing "factories" (sometimes 'recommended' by national chain estate agents) often falls short of the level of professionalism you would hope for.
  • 2 North Yorkshire conveyancing lawyers will be familiar with the local Land Registry Office, Local Authority and property agents
  • 3 Using a a family Solicitor generally means that you will receive a more personalised service. Sometimes when dealing with a large conveyancing firm, you tend to be looked after by a team of people who who update you by reading from their computer screens.
  • 4 Our site is the only site that enables you the ability to ensure that your property ownership legalities in North Yorkshire will be carried out by a solicitor on your bank conveyancing panel.
  • 5 North Yorkshire lawyers work in conjunction with North Yorkshire estate agents, house builders, surveyors, banks and other professionals to make sure that a quality service is offered to buyers and sellers every step of the way, never losing sight of the time-critical nature behind your conveyancing transaction

Examples of recent conveyancing in North Yorkshire since November 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in North Yorkshire

I was told yesterday by my mortgage broker that my North Yorkshire solicitor is not on the bank Solicitor panel. What can I do to be certain whether this is indeed the case?

Your first step should be to call your North Yorkshire lawyer directly. You lawyer should notify you of the situation. If they are not on the panel they may be able to suggest a North Yorkshire conveyancing practice that is on the conveyancing panel for your mortgage company.

My partner and I are intent on selling our home in North Yorkshire and the buyers lawyers are claiming that there is a possibility that the property was built on contaminated land. A local lawyer would know this is not the case. It does beg the question why the purchasers used a factory type conveyancing firm rather than a conveyancing solicitor in North Yorkshire. We have lived in North Yorkshire for many years we know of no issue. Should we contact our local Authority to seek clarification that the buyers are looking for.

It would appear that you have a conveyancing firm currently acting for you. Are they able to advise? You should check with your lawyer before you do anything. It is very possible that once the local authority has been informed of a potential issue it cannot be insured against (a bit like being diagnosed with a serious illness and then taking out life insurance to cover that same sickness)

Despite weeks of looking the Title Certificate and documents to our home can not be found. The lawyers who did the conveyancing in North Yorkshire 5 years ago no longer exist. What do I do?

Gone are the days when you need to have the physical deeds to evidence that you are the registered proprietor of land or premises, given that the Land Registry have everything they need in a digital format.

The estate agent has sent us the confirmation of our purchase of a new build apartment in North Yorkshire. Conveyancing is a frightening process at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. What sort of enquires would be asked in new build conveyancing.

Set out below is a sample of a selection of leasehold new build questions that you should expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in North Yorkshire

    Where service of notices and proceedings can be at the property demised please confirm that this can be amended to include simultaneous services at the Lessees’ solicitors’ offices where the Lessee from time to time is not resident in the UK - such solicitors may be varied by notice in writing to the Landlord from time to time but otherwise will be as previously specified. If there are lifts in the building, please confirm that the owners of flats on the ground and basement floors will not be required to contribute towards the cost of maintenance and renewal. 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. Forfeiture - bankruptcy or liquidation must not apply under this provision. Has the Lease plan been approved by the Land Registry and if not when will they be lodged for this purpose?

As co-executor for the will of my grandfather I am disposing of a house in Neath but I am based in North Yorkshire. My conveyancer (who is 260 kilometers awayhas requested that I sign a stat dec ahead of completion. Could you suggest a conveyancing lawyer in North Yorkshire to witness and place their company stamp on the document?

strictly speaking you should not be required to have the documents attested by a conveyancing solicitor. Normally or notary public or solicitor will do regardless of whether they are based in North Yorkshire

I am in the process of purchasing my first property in North Yorkshire. Conveyancing lawyer already appointed. The financial consultant suggested that a survey is not appropriate as the house was only built in 2001.

The bare minimum you need a Home Buyer's Report. As the property is more than 10 years old the property will not come with a warranty, so you would be well advised not to take a risk. Where a property of this age shows no signs of defects a Home Buyer's report could be enough. They will highlight any apparent problems and recommend further investigation where appropriate. Where there are any signs of material issues get a comprehensive structural survey.

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What to expect from a Licensed Conveyancer for conveyancing in North Yorkshire?

Licensed Conveyancers deal with the transfer of ownership of a property from one person to another and cover conveyancing nationwide not just North Yorkshire. If appointed a Licensed Conveyancer regulated by the CLC, you are entitled to:
  • Enjoy the benefit of an honest and lawful conveyancing.
  • Have a high standard of legal services.
  • Receive your transaction dealt with using care, skill and legal know-how.
  • Receive a high standard of service due to your conveyancer’s arrangements, resources, procedures, skills and commitment.
  • Have a service which is accessible and responsive to your individual needs.
  • Not feel discriminated against, victimised or harassed.
  • Not receive a service which is below the standard you could expect, however, if you do your lawyer accepts responsibility for this and provides you with any appropriate redress.
  • Have your individual needs taken into account should a complaint be made.
  • Be provided with a speedy, impartial and comprehensive service if if a complaint is made about your conveyancing in North Yorkshire.

Domestic conveyancing in North Yorkshire normally comprises the following:

  • Conveyancer instructed by the buyer on acceptance of the offer
  • Investigating the title unregistered or registered
  • Carrying out North Yorkshire conveyancing searches with respect to the title
  • Considering the draft sale agreement and other papers forwarded by the seller’s conveyancing practitioner
  • Submitting queries with the owner’s conveyancing practitioner
  • Negotiating the purchase agreement
  • Going through replies provided by the owner to pre-contract enquiries
  • Negotiating a Transfer Deed for completion
  • Advising the buyer in respect of the loan offer: (if appropriate)
  • Drawing up and sending the purchaser a report on title (that is; summarising to the purchaser on the contents of the contract pack, preliminary enquiries and the result of the searches)
  • Proceeding to exchange of contracts and then preparing for completion
  • Completion of and submitting to HMRC the appropriate SDLT forms and payment
  • Registering the purchase and the mortgage (if applicable) at the HM Land Registry.

Domestic conveyancing in North Yorkshire normally involves the following:

  • Obtaining instructions from parties involved
  • Investigating the title to the property
  • Drafting contract and related documents
  • Supplying draft papers to the conveyancing practitioner acting for the purchaser
  • Finalising the wording for contracts and answering supplemental enquires from the purchaser’s conveyancing practitioner
  • Finalising the transfer document
  • Responding to requisitions submitted by the purchaser’s conveyancing practitioner
  • Proceeding to exchange of contracts and then preparing for completion
  • Accepting the sale proceeds and sending funds to the vendor, the estate agent and other relevant parties (where appropriate)

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*Source acknowledgement: House price data produced by Land Registry as well data supplied by Lexsure Ltd.

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