Last March we completed a house move in Rainham. We have since encountered a number of problems with the house which we believe were missed in the conveyancing searches. What action can we take? What searches should? have been conducted as part of conveyancing in Rainham?
It is not clear from the question as to the nature of the problems and if they are relate to conveyancing in Rainham. Conveyancing searches and due diligence initiated as part of the legal transfer of property are designed to help avoid problems. As part of the legal transfer of property, the vendor answers a questionnaire referred to as a Seller’s Property Information Form. If the information proves to be incorrect, then you may have a claim against the owner for any losses that you have suffered. The survey should have identified any problems with the structure of the property. Assuming a detailed survey was carried out and the issues were not identified, you may have a claim against the surveyor. However, if you did not have a full survey, you may be responsible for fixing any defects that have now been noted. We would always encourage buyers to take every possible step to ensure they are completely aware of the condition of a property before purchase regardless of whether they are buying in Rainham.
Why is leasehold purchase conveyancing in Rainham is more expensive?
The conveyancing charges on a leasehold property in Rainham is frequently more expensive when contrasted to a freehold residence. This is due to the extra investigations necessary in liaising with the freeholder and management company to obtain information about whether the rent and service fee have been cleared and whether there are any large sums expected to be spent in the near future on repairs or maintenance of the building.
I am told that my conveyancing solicitors will need to check that the building insurance for my purchase of a house in Rainham. My lender is Accord Mortgages
Accord Mortgages have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook. As of 30/7/2026, the requirements read as follows :
Is it correct that all Rainham CQS (Conveyancing Quality Scheme) solicitors are on the Yorkshire BS conveyancing panel?
Some major banks and building societies now make use of the accreditation scheme as the kick off point for Panel approval such as HSBC and Santander. CQS membership however gives no guarantee to lender panel acceptance. That being said,the CML have indicated that it is likely to become a pre-requisite for firms wishing to join their approved list of firms.
Is it the case that all Rainham solicitors on the Co-operative conveyancing panel are overseen by the SRA?
As solicitors, in order to be on the Co-operative approved list of solicitors they would need to be regulated by the SRA. Some lenders do permit licenced conveyancers on their panel and in that case the firms would be regulated by the Council of Licensed Conveyancers.
After shopping around on the internet I have found a Rainham property lawyer having made sure that they are on the Leeds Building Society conveyancing panel. Does my lawyer arrange the survey of the property?
Leeds Building Society will need an independent valuation of the property. Your lawyer will not arrange this. Usually Leeds Building Society will appoint their own surveyor to do this, and you will have to pay for it. Remember that this is a valuation for mortgage purposes and not a survey. Your conveyancing practitioner will not organise the survey but they may be able to put you in touch with a local one that they recommend. RICS offers a find a surveyor service (just google it) where you can search for a qualified surveyor by your Rainham postcode. As you are getting a mortgage with Leeds Building Society, you could contact them to see if they have a list of approved surveyors in Rainham.
I decided to have a survey done on a property in Rainham before appointing solicitors. I have been informed that there is a flying freehold element to the property. The surveyor has said that some lenders will not issue a mortgage on this type of house.
It depends who your proposed lender is. Lloyds has different instructions for example to Halifax. Should you wish to call us we can check via the relevant bank. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are accustomed to dealing with flying freeholds in Rainham. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.
As co-executor for the estate of my father I am disposing of a residence in Cardiff but reside in Rainham. My lawyer (who is 260 miles from meneeds me to execute a stat dec prior to the transaction finalising. Could you suggest a conveyancing lawyer in Rainham to attest this legal document for me?
strictly speaking you are not likely to be required to have the documents attested by a conveyancing solicitor. Normally or notary public or solicitor will suffice regardless of whether they are Rainham based