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Reasons to use our Sandbach conveyancing solicitors

  • 1 Notwithstanding what alternative sites tell you it may be necessary to pop into your solicitor to sign documents. Too many 3rd parties are already engaged in a house sale without having to add the postman into the pot.
  • 2 Sandbach solicitors work in conjunction with Sandbach estate agents, property finders, surveyors, banks and other professionals to make sure that a quality service is provided to clients every step of the way, never losing sight of the time-critical nature behind your conveyancing transaction
  • 3 Sandbach conveyancers have a significant edge when it comes to Sandbach conveyancing as they have valuable local knowledge of local authority requirements, planning policies and other issues that can impact your conveyancing
  • 4 The companies shown on our directory have a variation of conveyancing lawyers, legal executives and support staff handling over one hundred thousand cases annually.
  • 5 Personal touch and a wealth of local knowledge are key benefits that you should seek when choosing conveyancing solicitors. Sandbach property deals can be made a lot more stressful as a result of poor communication between all the parties. The lawyers we work with ensure that the lines of communication are open and act on arising issues and developments expeditiously.

Examples of recent conveyancing in Sandbach since May 2025*

Recently asked questions about conveyancing in Sandbach

I am progressing with the sale of my house in Sandbach and the estate agent has just telephoned to say that the purchasers are changing their law firm. The reason given is that the mortgage company will only deal with property lawyers on their approved list. Why would a major mortgage company only work with certain law firms rather the firm that they want to choose to handle their conveyancing in Sandbach ?

UK lenders have always had an approved set of law firms that can represent them, but in recent years big names such as Lloyds Banking Group, have reviewed and reduced their conveyancing panel– in some cases removing conveyancing firms who have represented them for many years.

Banks point to the increase in fraud by way of justification for the reduction – criteria have been narrowed as a smaller panel is easier to monitor. No lender will say how many solicitors have been dropped, claiming the information is commercially sensitive, but the Law Society says it is being contacted daily by practices that have been removed from panels. Plenty of firms do not even realise they have been dropped until contacted by a borrower who has instructed them as might be the situation in your buyers' case. Your buyers are unlikely to have any sway in the decision.

I am the registered owner of a freehold residence in Sandbach yet invoiced for rent, why is this and what is this?

It’s unusual for properties in Sandbach and has limited impact for conveyancing in Sandbach 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 date back many centuries, but the Rent Charge Act 1977 barred the creation of new rentcharges post 1977.

Previous rentcharges can now be extinguished by making a lump sum payment under the Act. Any rentcharges that are still in existence in 2037 will be dispensed with completely.

Are all Sandbach Conveyancing Quality Solicitors on the Principality conveyancing panel?

Some major lenders now utilise CQS as the starting point for Panel membership such as HSBC and Santander. The Law Society’s CQS membership however is no guarantee to lender panel acceptance. Nevertheless,the Council of Mortgage Lenders have indicated that it is likely to become a pre-requisite for solicitor practices wishing to join their approved list of conveyancing solicitors.

Does a directory service exist listing Nottingham panel solicitors in Sandbach on the Council of Mortgage Lender’s Website?

Unfortunately not yet. There is no such directory service on the Council of Mortgage Lenders or Building Society Association sites. A small selection of lending institutions make their panel listings visible over the internet. If you are looking for a Sandbach solicitor on the Nottingham please use our tool.

Is it the case that all Sandbach solicitor practices on the Co-operative conveyancing panel are governed by the Solicitors Regulatory Authority?

As a firm of solicitors, in order to be on the Co-operative conveyancing panel they would need to be regulated by the SRA. Some mortgage companies do permit licenced conveyancers on their panel and in that case the organisation would be overseen by the Council of Licensed Conveyancers.

I am buying a house and the lawyer has raised the issue of Chancel Repair for which the house could be liable given it’s proximity to the area of such a church. She has suggested insurance. Is this strictly warranted for conveyancing in Sandbach

Unless a previous acquisition of the premises took place post 12 October 2013 you could take it that lawyers conducting conveyancing in Sandbach to remain encouraging a chancel search and or insurance against a claim.

Are there restrictive covenants that are commonly picked up as part of conveyancing in Sandbach?

Covenants that are restrictive in nature can be picked up when reviewing land registry title as part of the process of conveyancing in Sandbach. An 1874 stipulation that was seen was ‘The houses to be erected on the estate are each to be of a uniform elevation in accordance with the drawings to be prepared or approved by the vendor’s surveyor…’

I am using a search engine for the phrase conveyancing in Sandbach it shows results of many solicitorslocally. With so much choice what is the best way to find the suitable solicitor for purchase transaction?

The best way of seeking a suitable conveyancer is through a trusted recommendation, so ask friends and those you trust who have purchased a property in Sandbach or a respected estate agent or financial adviser. Fees for conveyancing in Sandbach differ, so it's advisable to obtain at least three fee calculations from varying types of companies. Dont forget to clarify what costs in the quote includes.

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Sample of conveyancing solicitors in Sandbach regulated by the SRA

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

  • Dixon Rigby Keogh Limited, 34 Crewe Road, Sandbach, Cheshire, CW11 4NF
  • Woolliscrofts Solicitors Limited, 44, Crewe Road, Alsager, Cheshire, ST7 2ET
  • Poole Alcock Llp, 238-246 Edleston Road, Crewe, Cheshire, CW2 7EH
  • Speakman & Co, 180 Nantwich Road, Crewe, Cheshire, CW2 6BS

Domestic Licensed Conveyancers in Sandbach regulated by the Council of Licensed Conveyancers

Please be aware that the listed conveyancers do not limit their work for conveyancing in Sandbach but also conveyancing across England and Wales.
  • Goddard Dunbar & Associates Ltd, Lincoln Chambers, CW1 3BS

Planning law solicitors in Sandbach regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority

The solicitors listed below are a non-comprehensive list of solicitors in Sandbach specialising in planning law. This should include advice on making sure people do what the planning regulations say
  • Poole Alcock Llp, 238-246 Edleston Road, Crewe, Cheshire, CW2 7EH

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

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