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Top 5 reasons to let us help you select a high street conveyancing solicitor in Oakham

  • 1 Cut price packages from online conveyancers might be tempting. However, these firms are often located many kilometers away with little appreciation of the factors that impact property transactions in Oakham
  • 2 There is a distinct possibility the the solicitors for the other party are located in Oakham - if so both parties will be on good working terms
  • 3 The practices identified on our directory have a mix of conveyancing solicitors, legal executives and support staff handling thousands of conveyancing matters annually.
  • 4 Lawyer conveyancing firms have valuable personal links with Oakham estate agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.
  • 5 Our site offers most comprehensive domestic conveyancing directory listing mortgage company approved law practices delivering conveyancing in Oakham regulated and authorised by the SRA or Council of Licensed Conveyancers.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Oakham since August 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Oakham

Do commercial conveyancing searches reveal planned roadworks that could affect a commercial premises in Oakham?

Its becoming the norm that commercial conveyancing solicitors in Oakham will carry out a SiteSolutions Highways report as it reduces the time that conveyancers spend in looking into accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Oakham. The search result sets out definitive data on the adoption status of roads, footpaths and verges, as well as the implication of traffic schemes and the rights of way surrounding a commercial development sites in Oakham.

For every commercial conveyancing transaction in Oakham it is crucial to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. The absence of identifying developments where adoption procedures have not been dealt with adequately could result in delays to Oakham commercial conveyancing transactions as well as present a risk to future plans for the site. These searches are not carried out for domestic conveyancing in Oakham.

How does conveyancing in Oakham differ for newly converted properties?

Most buyers of new build residence in Oakham approach us having been asked by the seller to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the premises is finished. This is because new home sellers in Oakham usually buy the land, 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 property lawyers 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 Oakham or who has acted in the same development.

I opted to have a survey completed on a property in Oakham before instructing lawyers. I have been told that there is a flying freehold overhang to the house. The surveyor advised that some banks will refuse to grant a mortgage on such a home.

It depends who your proposed lender is. HSBC has different instructions from Halifax. Should you wish to telephone 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 Oakham. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Oakham especially if they regularly deal with such properties in Oakham.

What tools are available to search for a Oakham solicitor on the National Westminster Bank conveyancing panel? I have wheels and am willing to travel upto 20miles to meet the lawyer.

You can use the facility on this page. Please pick a lender and your location and you will see a number of Oakham conveyancing lawyers locally. We have detailed some Oakham conveyancing firms at the bottom of this page and you can ring them to verify if they are on the National Westminster Bank member panel

I am using a search engine for the term cheap conveyancing in Oakham it reveals many property lawyersin the area. How do I determine which is the right conveyancer for the sale of my house?

The ideal method of seeking the right conveyancer is through a trusted recommendation, so ask colleagues and relatives who have purchased a property in Oakham or a reputable estate agent or mortgage broker. Costs for conveyancing in Oakham differ, so it's advisable to request a minimum of four costs illustrations from varying types of property lawyers. Be sure to obtain confirmation that the fees are fixed.

I need to review costs for conveyancing in Oakham from three lawyer and choose one. Should I ask them to sit tight until I a suitable flat to buy.

We suggest that you only ask your conveyancing practitioner to open a file and apply for searches after the sales confirmation has been sent by the selling agent particularly as Oakham conveyancing searches are a couple of hundred pounds.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Oakham regulated by the SRA

It is important to note that the listed firms do not limit their work for conveyancing in Oakham but also conveyancing throughout England and Wales.

  • Simmonds Grant, 4 Mill Street, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6EA

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Oakham regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Oakham specialising in commercial conveyancing in Oakham. This should include advice on buying and selling small and large scale commercial property and agricultural land
  • Simmonds Grant, 4 Mill Street, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6EA

What to expect from a Licensed Conveyancer for conveyancing in Oakham?

Licensed Conveyancers specialise in the legalities surrounding acquiring and selling property and cover conveyancing countrywide as well as Oakham. When appointed a Licensed Conveyancer governed by the CLC, you should:
  • Receive an honest and lawful service.
  • Receive a high standard of legal services.
  • Enjoy the benefit of your transaction dealt with using care, skill and diligence.
  • Enjoy the benefit of a high standard of service due to your lawyer’s arrangements, resources, procedures, skills and commitment.
  • Enjoy the benefit of a service which is accessible and responsive to your specific requirements.
  • Not feel discriminated against, victimised or harassed.
  • Not receive a service which is below the level you could expect, however, if you do your lawyer accepts responsibility for this and provides you with any appropriate redress.
  • Ensure your individual needs taken into account should you make a complaint.
  • Have a swift, impartial and comprehensive service if if a complaint is registered about your conveyancing in Oakham.

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