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Logical reasons to use our service to help you choose a local conveyancing solicitor in Robertsbridge

  • 1 Conveyancer conveyancing lawyers have very good personal links with Robertsbridge selling agents and work very closely with them and local surveyors so as to ensure transactions proceed expeditiously.
  • 2 The Robertsbridge conveyancing practitioners that are identified are committed to providing the most cost, efficient and transparent conveyancing service to home buyers, sellers and remortgagors in Robertsbridge
  • 3 Using a high street Solicitor generally results in a more personal touch. Online forums bear testimony to the idea that in using a large conveyancing firm, your conveyancing is dealt with by a team of people who who update you by determining whether the ‘computers says no’.
  • 4 Solicitors accustomed to conveyancing in Robertsbridge are familiar with the local issues peculiar to Robertsbridge and therefore you may benefit from better guidance and speedier conveyancing.
  • 5 Notwithstanding what other on-line conveyancers advise it just might be important to visit your solicitor to sign contracts. There are enough parties with an interest in a homemove without needing to include the postman into the pot.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Robertsbridge since August 2024*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Robertsbridge

We are purchasing a 1 bedroom flat in Robertsbridge with a mortgage. We wish to retain our Robertsbridge lawyer, but the lender says she’s not on their "panel". We have to appoint one of the lender panel solicitors or keep our Robertsbridge conveyancing practitioner and pay for one of their panel lawyers to represent them. We consider that this is unjust; is there anything we can do?

No, not really. The mortgage offered to you is subject to its terms and conditions, one of which will be that lawyers will on the lender’s conveyancing panel. Until recently, most lenders had large numbers of law firms on their panels: a borrower could choose one for themselves, as long as it was on the lender's panel. The lender would then simply instruct the borrower's lawyers to act for the lender, too. You can use your lender's panel lawyers or you could borrow from another lender which does not restrict your choice. A further alternative is for your Robertsbridge conveyancing solicitor to apply to be on the conveyancing panel.

I own a freehold premises in Robertsbridge but nevertheless charged rent, why is this and what is this?

It’s unusual for properties in Robertsbridge and has limited impact for conveyancing in Robertsbridge but some freehold properties in England (particularly common in North West England) pay an annual sum known as a Chief Rent or a Rentcharge to a third party who has no other legal interest in the land.

Rentcharge payments are usually between £2.00 and £5.00 per year. Rentcharges have existed for many centuries, but the Rent Charge Act 1977 barred the establishment of new rentcharges post 1977.

Previous rentcharges can now be redeemed by making a lump sum payment under the Act. Any rentcharges that are still in existence post 2037 is to be extinguished.

I am buying a garden flat in Robertsbridge. Can I do my own conveyancing?

Leaving aside the complexities and merits of DIY conveyancing in Robertsbridge you will have to appoint a solicitor on your mortgage company's conveyancing panel to look after their interests. Most people therefore find it easier to let the solicitor act for them and the lender. Furthermore there is minimal cost savings to be made in you doing conveyancing for yourself and another lawyer conducting the conveyancing for the lender. Please feel free to use the search tool to find a lawyer on your lender panel in Robertsbridge.

We are downsizing from our home in Robertsbridge and the buyers lawyers are claiming that there is a risk of it being constructed land that was not decontaminated. Any local lawyer would know that there is no such problem. For the life of me I don't know why the buyers instructed a national conveyancing firm as opposed to a conveyancing solicitor in Robertsbridge. We have lived in Robertsbridge for 5 years we know that this is a non issue. Do we get in touch with our local Authority to obtain clarification that the buyers are looking for.

It sounds as though you may have a conveyancing firm currently acting for you. What do they say? You need to check with your lawyer before you do anything. It is very possible that once the local authority has been informed of a potential issue it cannot be insured against (a bit like being diagnosed with a serious illness and then taking out health insurance to cover that same sickness)

I am looking for a ground for flat up to £235,500 and found one close by in Robertsbridge I like with a park and transport links nearby, the downside is that it only has 52 years unexpired on the lease. I can't really find anything else in Robertsbridge for this price, so just wondered if I would be making a mistake buying a lease with such few years left?

Should you need a home loan that many years will likely be an issue. Reduce the price by the anticipated lease extension will cost if not already taken into account. If the current owner has owned the premises for at least 2 years you may ask them to start the process of the extension and then assign it to you. An additional ninety years can be extended on to the existing lease with a zero ground rent applied. You should consult your conveyancing lawyer regarding this matter.

What makes your site different to other web based conveyancing solicitors for conveyancing in Robertsbridge?

At this site secure an accurate quote from a Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer that understands the issues of your conveyancing in Robertsbridge. Unlike many estate agents and brokerage sites we do not operate commission arrangements with solicitors. A large number of agents and online brokers 'recommend' solicitors who pay the most commission, rather than the best value conveyancing in Robertsbridge

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Commercial Conveyancing solicitors in Robertsbridge regulated by the SRA

The firms listed below are a small selection of solicitors in Robertsbridge specialising in commercial conveyancing in Robertsbridge. This should include advice on re-mortgaging commercial property
  • Crookeslaw Solicitors, 16 Sunnybank, The Mount, Flimwell, Wadhurst, East Sussex, TN5 7QR
  • Wykeham-hurford Sheppard & Son Ltd, 6 High Street, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0AE

What to expect from a Licensed Conveyancer for conveyancing in Robertsbridge?

Licensed Conveyancers specialise in the legalities surrounding purchasing and selling property and cover conveyancing nationwide as well as Robertsbridge. When appointed a Licensed Conveyancer regulated by the CLC, you should:
  • Have an honest and lawful conveyancing.
  • Receive a high standard of legal services.
  • Be supplied with your matters dealt with using care, skill and legal know-how.
  • Receive a high quality of service due to your lawyer’s arrangements, resources, procedures, skills and commitment.
  • Receive a service which is accessible and responsive to your individual needs.
  • Not feel discriminated against, victimised or harassed.
  • To receive the level you could expect, however, if you do your lawyer accepts responsibility for this and provides you with any appropriate redress.
  • Have your specific needs taken into account should you make a complaint.
  • Receive a timeous, independent and comprehensive service when if a complaint is made about your conveyancing in Robertsbridge.

Home buying in Robertsbridge is a complex business, both legally and administratively. The exact order of events varies slightly, below are some of the tasks in the process.

  • Taking instructions from parties involved
  • Collating the documents evidencing the title to the property
  • Preparing contract and associated papers
  • Supplying draft papers to the conveyancing practitioner acting for the buyer
  • Finalising the wording for contracts and responding to additional questions from the buyer’s conveyancing practitioner
  • Agreeing the transfer deed
  • Replying to requisitions submitted by the buyer’s conveyancing practitioner
  • Proceeding to exchange of contracts and then completion formalities
  • Receiving sale proceeds and transferring funds to the vendor, the estate agent and other relevant parties (if appropriate)

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

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