We selected a high street firm for our conveyancing in Pontypool last week. Reviewing the Terms and Conditions it is apparent thatI am responsible for costs even if the dealdoes not happen. Should I go with them or use an internet conveyancing brokerage advertising no-sale-no-fee conveyancing in Pontypool?
It is usually ‘give and take’ in that if "No Completion No Fee" is advertised then the fee levels will tend to be be more expensive to neutralise the conveyances that abort. Dont forget that these offerings generally do not cover outlay such your Pontypool conveyancing search costs.
Completion of my purchase has taken place for my property in Pontypool. Conveyancing was satisfactory but I would like to complain about the lender. How do I make a complaint?
Almost all lenders have complaints procedures. Your first port of call should be one of the lender’s branches or the Customer Care Team at head office. In most cases complaints to a lender are sorted out effectively and efficiently. However if you are not satisfied that the matter is not resolved you can write to Financial Ombudsman Service, South Quay Plaza, 183 Marsh Wall, London E14 9SR who will take matters further.
I am due to exchange contracts on my apartment. I had a double glazing fitted in August 2008, but did not receive a FENSA certificate or Building Regulation Certificate. My buyer's lender, Coventry BS are being problematic. The Pontypool solicitor who is on the Coventry BS conveyancing panel is happy to accept ‘lack of building regulation’ insurance but Coventry BS are requiring a building regulation certificate. Why do Coventry BS have a conveyancing panel if they don't accept advice from them?
It is probably the case that Coventry BS have referred the matter to their valuer. The reason why Coventry BS may not want to accept indemnity insurance is because it does not give them any reassurance that the double glazing was correctly and safely installed. The indemnity insurance merely protects against enforcement action which is very unlikely anyway.
My offer was accepted on a house in Pontypool on 28/7/2025, valuation was booked five days later, received a clean bill of health. Solicitor appointed, so the only thing outstanding was my mortgage offer. Having made daily calls to Co-operative and chasing them on my offer, I have now been told that my offer will not be issued unless the lawyer is on the Co-operative conveyancing panel. Can the lender hold off the offer?
Mortgage companies tend not to not issue an offer until they have details of a lawyer on their panel. It can take a few weeks for Co-operative to deal with your lawyer's application to be on the Co-operative conveyancing panel. There's no guarantee that your solicitor will be accepted.
I have todaydiscovered that Arc property Solicitors have closed. They conducted my conveyancing in Pontypool for a purchase of a leasehold flat 12 months ago. How can I check that my home is not still registered in the name of the former proprietor?
The quickest way to check if the premises is registered to you, you can carry out a search of the land registry (£3.00). You can either do this yourself or ask a law firm to do this for you. If you are not registered you can seek help from one of a number of Pontypool conveyancing specialists.
In searching the web for the words conveyancing in Pontypool it reveals numerous solicitorsin the area. How do I determine which is the right solicitor for my move?
The preferential way of finding a suitable conveyancer is through a personal recommendation, so seek the counsel of friends and family who have acquired a property in Pontypool or the local estate agent or financial adviser. Fees for conveyancing in Pontypool vary, so it's sensible to obtain at least three costs illustrations from different conveyancers. Make sure that you know that the fees are fixed.
I am hoping to sign contracts shortly on a leasehold property in Pontypool. Conveyancing solicitors have said that they are sending me a report on Monday. What should I be looking out for?
Your report on title for your leasehold conveyancing in Pontypool should include some of the following:
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The physical ownership of the demise. This could be the flat itself but may incorporate a roof space or cellar if relevant. Whether your lease caters for for a reserve account for major works? Who has the liability for maintaining the window frames You should receive a copy of the lease
I acquired a garden flat in Pontypool, conveyancing having been completed January 1995. Can you shed any light on how much the price could be for a 90 year extension to my lease? Comparable flats in Pontypool with over 90 years remaining are worth £197,000. The average or mid-range amount of ground rent is £55 per annum. The lease finishes on 21st October 2080
With just 55 years unexpired the likely cost is going to be between £31,400 and £36,200 plus costs.
The suggested premium range that we have given is a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we cannot give you a more accurate figure in the absence of comprehensive investigations. You should not use the figures in tribunal or court proceedings. There may be other concerns that need to be taken into account and clearly you should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Neither should you move forward based on this information without first seeking the advice of a professional.
Online reading suggests that Pontypool solicitors are more expensive than Pontypool conveyancers in Pontypool when it comes to buying a property. Am I better off using a conveyancer or a solicitor if I am purchasing for my home move in Pontypool.
When it comes to conveyancing in Pontypool the costs are unlikely to vary dramatically depending on whether the legal expert is a licenced conveyancer or solicitor.