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  • 5 No matter what any alternative solicitors say it just might be important to pop into your lawyer to sign contracts. Too many 3rd parties are already with an interest in a house sale without having to add the postman into the equation.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Rainford since December 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Rainford

Can you vouch for a Britannia accepted Rainford conveyancing conveyancer that can complete within a very limited time frame? Would it be better to use a high street Rainford firm or an internet comparison site?

We can recommend some very good Rainford conveyancing firms. You can also walk up the main road in Rainford. Approach a couple of law practices and request to see a conveyancing solicitor for a fee estimate. Mention your requirements together with your reasons and ask for an assurance on speed. Appoint the lawyer that appears most efficient.

I am told that my conveyancing solicitors will need to check that the building insurance when buying a house in Rainford. My lender is Virgin

Virgin have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook. As of 4/3/2025, the requirements read as follows :

How does conveyancing in Rainford differ for newly converted properties?

Most buyers of new build premises in Rainford contact us having been asked by the housebuilder to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the house is constructed. This is because house builders in Rainford usually 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 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 Rainford or who has acted in the same development.

Due to the guidance of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a house in Rainford ahead of retaining solicitors. I have been told that there is a flying freehold aspect to the property. The surveyor advised that some mortgage companies tend refuse to grant a mortgage on a flying freehold house.

It varies from the lender to lender. Santander has different requirements from Nationwide. Should you wish to call us we can check via the relevant mortgage company. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Rainford. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.

How simple is it to switch solicitor as I have to instruct one who is on the HSBC Bank conveyancing list. I hired a family conveyancing solicitor in Rainford round the corner but the firm is not approved by HSBC Bank

We will our best to assist in finding you a conveyancing solicitor in Rainford on the HSBC Bank panel. Please note that the law firms that we work with do not pay us fee if you instruct them and are under regulation of the SRA who regulate all conveyancing solicitors in Rainford. In utilising the find a conveyancing solicitor tool on this website, you can compare and instruct different solicitors and conveyancers both nationally and in Rainford.

I need to retain a conveyancing solicitor for residential conveyancing in Rainford. I happened to chance upon a web site which seems to have the perfect solution If it is possible to get all the legals completed via email that would be ideal. Should I be wary? What should out be looking out for?

As usual with these online conveyancers you need to read ALL the small print - did you notice the extra charge for dealing with the mortgage?

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Rainford regulated by the SRA

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

  • Scott Rees & Co, Centaur House, Gardiners Place, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 9SP
  • Haygarth Jones, 109-111 Corporation Street, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1SX
  • Nicholas John Hall Limited, Barrow House, 26 Barrow Street, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1RX
  • J Keith Park Solicitors, Claughton House, 39 Barrow Street, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1RX
  • J Keith Park Solicitors, Barrow House, Barrow Street, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1RX

Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Rainford regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Rainford with expertise in commercial conveyancing in Rainford. This should include advice on taking a commercial lease as a tenant
  • Scott Rees & Co, Centaur House, Gardiners Place, Skelmersdale, Lancashire, WN8 9SP
  • Haygarth Jones, 109-111 Corporation Street, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1SX
  • Barrow And Cook Solicitors Limited, 5-7 Victoria Square, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1HH
  • Tickle Hall Cross, Carlton Chambers, 25 Hardshaw Street, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1RP
  • Frodshams Solicitors Limited, 17/19 Hardshaw Street, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA10 1RB

Transfer of Equity conveyancing in Rainford is a complex business, both legally and administratively. The exact order of events varies slightly, below are some of the tasks in the process:

  • Obtaining instructions from parties involved
  • Collating the documents evidencing the title to the property
  • Acting on behalf of the lender (if relevant)
  • Agreeing the terms of the transaction
  • Drafting Transfer or approving draft Transfer
  • Agreeing adjustments to the the Transfer deed
  • Corresponding with parties with regards to the Transfer
  • Agreeing and preparing for completion
  • Receiving and transferring monies to the appropriate parties
  • Completing and submitting to HM Revenue and Customs the correct SDLT forms and payment
  • Dealing with the registration formalities for the transfer of ownership and the mortgage (where relevant) at the Land Registry.

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

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