My previous lawyer has sent a quote for £995 for freehold conveyancing in Powys. I am hoping to sell a modern property for £150,000. Is this over the top? Is it above what I should be paying for conveyancing in Powys?
The costs illustration is fractionally on the steep side. If you shop around you may be able to trim some of the expense by say £125. On the other hand, you maycome to regret opting for an a cheaper solicitor. Don't forget to ensure that the firm can represent your lender. Do utilise our comparison tool to get a quote a Powys conveyancing firm on the banks member panel which can often include conveyancing solicitors in Powys.
I am considering applying for a Nottingham mortgage for purchase of a new build (under development) in Powys with 60% loan to value. Is it compulsory to choose a solicitor on the conveyancing panel for Nottingham ?
There is nothing to stop you using your solicitor, but Nottingham will insist on their interests being represented by a firm on their conveyancing panel. There is much more potential for delays and confusion with two solicitors involved, and it will undoubtedly be more expensive too.
Do commercial conveyancing searches disclose impending roadworks that could affect a commercial site in Powys?
Its becoming the norm that commercial conveyancing solicitors in Powys will execute a SiteSolutions Highways report as it dramatically cuts the time that conveyancers invest in sourcing accurate data on highways that impact buildings and development assets in Powys. The report sets out definitive information 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 Powys.
For every commercial conveyancing transaction in Powys it is crucial to investigate the adoption status of roads surrounding a site. Failure to identify developments where adoption procedures have not been dealt with adequately may result in delays to Powys commercial conveyancing transactions as well as present a risk to future intentions for the site. These searches are not ordered for domestic conveyancing in Powys.
Due to the guidance of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a property in Powys ahead of appointing conveyancers. I have been informed that there is a flying freehold overhang to the property. Our surveyor advised that some banks tend not give a loan on this type of property.
It depends who your proposed lender is. Santander has different requirements from Nationwide. Should you wish to telephone us we can investigate further via the appropriate bank. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Powys. Conveyancing will be smoother if you use a solicitor in Powys especially if they are familiar with such properties in Powys.
I'm converting the mortgage on my current property to a BTL loan with Godiva Mortgages Ltd and intend to use the remaining equity as a deposit on further house. The location we are talking about is Powys. Will your solicitors be able to act for the two lenders and tie in the two deals?
Make use of our comparison tool on this site to check that the conveyancers are on the relevant lender panels. Having checked that they are the conveyancer will be able to connect the two deals but you should talk with you solicitor and make apparent your expectations and needs.
I recently discovered that one of the directors of the law firm handling the purchase conveyancing in Powys is is the mother of the seller. Is this allowed?
Provided no conflict arises this should be fine. Where you are obtaining a mortgage then the bank may have a say as many mortgage companies have specific requirements concerning this. For example for Chelsea Building Society as of 11/2/2026, the requirements read as follows :
* there is no conflict of interest and none arises during the transaction
* the firm is a partnership
* the conveyancer acting is not the borrower or a member of the borrower's immediate family.