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Reasons to use our Ratcliff conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 On the balance of probabilities the the lawyers for the other party are based in Ratcliff - if so both parties are likely to have worked on conveyancing matters in the past
  • 2 This site is the only site offering you the facility to ensure that your conveyancing in Ratcliff will be conducted by a property lawyer on your bank member panel.
  • 3 Ratcliff solicitors work in partnership with Ratcliff estate agents, house builders, surveyors, lenders and other professionals to ensure that the highest level of service is provided to buyers and sellers every step of the way, never losing sight of the time-critical nature behind your conveyancing transaction
  • 4 Property lawyer conveyancing firms have valuable personal connections with Ratcliff estate agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.
  • 5 Regardless other sites say it may be important to attend your solicitor to sign documents. Too many 3rd parties are already engaged in a homemove without having to add Royal Mail into the pot.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Ratcliff since January 2025*

Disposal

of semi-detached property, Keel Close, SE16 6BX completing on 24/01/2025 at a price of £708,000. The legal transfer of property included amongst the various tasks: dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, preparing statement detailing charges

Transfer

of house premises, Eleanor Close, SE16 6PE completing on 17/01/2025 at a price of £620,000. The conveyancing process included amongst the various tasks: drafting the sale agreement and Transfer, sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, preparing statement detailing charges

Conveyance

of apartment Dellow Street E1 0BW, purchased for £420,000. Leasehold conveyancing due diligence included: sending conveyancing papers to buyers representatives, dealing with appropriate requisitions and enquiries, agreeing completion date with parties

Disposal

of terraced property, Fishermans Drive, SE16 6SQ completing on 15/01/2025 at a price of £980,000. The legal transfer of property included amongst the various tasks: drafting the sale agreement and Transfer, taking formal instructions from and updating the seller client, setting up the completion formalities

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Ratcliff

Would the conveyancing solicitors via your comparison service handle conveyancing in Ratcliff by way of an attended exchange?

There are a few conveyancing specialists carrying out personalised exchanges. You should contact us to get a costs illustration and details as to availability.

In what way does my ID and proof of funds have anything to do with my conveyancing in Ratcliff? Why is this being asked of me?

Ratcliff conveyancing solicitors and indeed property practitioners throughout the UK have an obligation under Anti-terror and anti-money-laundering rules to check the identity of any client in order to ensure that clients are who they say they are.

Conveyancing clients will need to supply two forms of certified identification; proof of identity (typically a Passport or Driving Licence) and evidence of address (usually a Utility Bill no older than three months).

Proof of source of funds is also necessary in compliance with the money laundering regulations as solicitors have a duty to check that the monies you are utilising to purchase a property (be it the exchange deposit or the full purchase price where you are a cash purchaser) has come from an acceptable source (such as employment savings) and is not the product of illegitimate behaviour.

What is your number one tip for choosing a conveyancing solicitor in Ratcliff

Do not opt for the cheapest Ratcliff conveyancing costs illustration. You really do get what you’re paying for when it comes to conveyancing solicitors. A cheap quote may mean that the conveyancing solicitor is handling a lot of jobs at one time and you won’t get the quality of service and the attention that you need. It is, however, wise to use a conveyancer who has a fixed fee on a no sale, no fee basis. This way, you go into the conveyancing with your eyes wide open.

Is there a list of Principality panel conveyancers in Ratcliff on the Council of Mortgage Lender’s Website?

No. There is no such directory service on the CML or Building Society Association websites. Very few banks make their panel listings visible over the internet. If you are looking for a Ratcliff conveyancing practitioner on the Principality please use our facility.

I have decided to exercise my right to buy my property in Ratcliff off the council. I have a mortgage agreed with Santander. Conveyancing is not something I have any knowledge of. Can I proceed without a solicitor easily? I think we can but we keep being told I should use one. Any advice?

It is not advisable to proceed with a house purchase without a solicitor. The council's solicitor are not acting for you. You need a solicitor for a number reasons. One of which is to verify what plans the Council have for repairs and refurbishment for the next five years. Many leaseholders have been stung for contributions of thousands of pounds. In any event, if you are getting a mortgage with Santander, you will need to appoint a solicitor on the Santander conveyancing panel.

I need some quick conveyancing in Ratcliff as I am under pressure to exchange contracts in less than one month. Luckily I do not need a mortgage. Is it possible to avoid the conveyancing searches to save money and time?

As you are not getting a home loan you have the choice not to do searches although no conveyancer would suggest that you don't. With plenty of history conveyancing in Ratcliff the following are instances of what can be revealed and adversely impact future mortgageability: Refused Planning Applications, Overdue Fees, Overdue Grants, Road Schemes,...

I am purchasing a new build house in Ratcliff with a mortgage from Barclays . The sellers refused to reduce the price so I negotiated 6k of extras instead. The property agent suggested that I not reveal to my solicitor about the deal as it would impact my loan with the lender. Do I keep my lawyer in the dark?.

All lenders require a Disclosure of Incentives Form from the builder of any new build, converted or renovated property, It is available online from the Lenders’ Handbook page on the CML website. CML form is completed and handed to the lender's surveyor when the inspection is done.

Lenders have different policies on incentives. Some accept none at all, cash or physical, while others will accept cash incentives up to 5%.

Hard to understand why the representative of a builder would be suggesting you withold information from a solicitor when all this will be clearly visible on forms the builder has to supply to its solicitor, the buyer's solicitor and the surveyor.

I've recently found out that there is a flying freehold issue on a property I put an offer in a fortnight ago in what should have been a straight forward, no chain conveyancing. Ratcliff is where the house is located. What do you suggest?

Flying freeholds in Ratcliff are unusual but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even where you use a solicitor outside Ratcliff you would need to get your solicitor to go through the deeds very carefully. Your bank may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Ratcliff may determine that this is not enough and that the deeds be re-written to give you the most up to date legal protection. If so, the next door neighbour also had to sign up to the revised deeds.It is possible that your lender will not accept the situation so the sooner you find out the better. You should also check with your insurance broker as to whether they will insure a flying freehold property.

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Residential Landlord and Tenant Conveyancing solicitors in Ratcliff

The firms listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Ratcliff with expertise in landlord and tenant law and on the regulations governing different types of tenancies. This could include advice on service charge disputes and the right to manage

  • Gawor & Co, New Crane Wharf, New Crane Place, Wapping, London, London, E1W 3TS
  • Hsr Solicitors, Victoria House, 526 Commercial Road, London, E1 0HY
  • Hafiz & Haque Solicitors, 18 Cavell Street, London, E1 2HP
  • Sami Legal Services Ltd, 16 Cavell Street, London, E1 2HP
  • Waterstone Chambers Llp, 171 Cannon Street Road, London, E1 2LX

Domestic Licensed Conveyancers in Ratcliff regulated by the CLC

Please note that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Ratcliff but also conveyancing across England and Wales.
  • T J Ball & Company, 49 Leytonstone Road, E15 1JA
  • Walter Saunders, 382 Brockley Road, SE4 2BY
  • Stratega Law Ltd, Sutherland House, W1F 7TE

Planning law solicitors in Ratcliff regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The list below is a small selection of solicitors in Ratcliff practicing in planning law. This will likely include advice on making sure people do what the planning regulations say
  • Adams Solicitors, Adams House, 129 Mile End Road, London, E1 4BG
  • Reynolds Porter Chamberlain Llp, Tower Bridge House, St. Katharines Way, London, E1W 1AA
  • Clyde & Co Llp, The St. Botolph Building, 138 Houndsditch, London, EC3A 7AR
  • Norton Rose Fulbright Llp, 3 More London Riverside, London, London, SE1 2AQ
  • Laytons Solicitors Llp, 5th Floor, 2 More London Riverside, London, SE1 2AP

Neighboring Locations

Stepney
Limehouse
Wapping
Ratcliff
Shadwell
Surrey Quays
Rotherhithe

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

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