Recently contacted my conveyancing solicitor in Windlesham who acted for me 18 months ago requesting a conveyancing estimate based on an identical type of home move (a leasehold residence and a freehold premises) of almost identical values with a home loan from Virgin Money. I am now being quoted double. Am I right to be tempted to shop around for a cheaper online property lawyer?
The charges appear a bit high. If you shop around you may be able to trim some of the cost by perhaps a hundred pounds. On the other hand, assuming were content with the conveyancing the firm gave you maylive to rue choosing an an untested lawyer. Remember to check that the conveyancer can act for Virgin Money. You can utilise our search tool to choose a Windlesham conveyancing firm on the Virgin Money approved list of lawyers, which can often include conveyancing solicitors in Windlesham.
I have given 2 months notice to my existing landlord and have to be out of my rented apartment in Windlesham by 5/11/2026. Conveyancing on my purchase has just started. Is it possible to complete in three weeks as I wish to avoid having to find temporary accommodation?
It is unwise to give notice for your letting until exchange of contracts has taken place. Assuming that you have not already done so, contact to your conveyancer and request that they seek the assistance the sellers side, try to get a realistic time scale from them that all parties will work towards
Can your site be used to recommend a Conveyancing solicitor in Windlesham even if I’m not purchasing or disposing of a house, for instance if I wish to buy an office in Windlesham with a loan from Santander?
Our comparison service is primarily there to get a quote from residential conveyancing solicitors in Windlesham but we have set out at the end of this page a few Windlesham commercial conveyancing firms. You will need to enquire with the firm directly to see if they are also authorised to represent Santander
I require quick conveyancing in Windlesham as I am faced with pressure to exchange contracts inside 4 weeks. A home loan is not required. Can I escape the need for conveyancing searches to save money and time?
If.Given you are are a cash buyer you have the choice not to have searches conducted although no conveyancer would suggest that you don't. With lots of history conveyancing in Windlesham the following are instances of what can be revealed and adversely affect future saleability: Refused Planning Applications, Outstanding Charges, Outstanding Grants, Road Schemes,...
I have a semi-detached Georgian property in Windlesham. Conveyancing practitioner represented me and Birmingham Midshires. I did a free Land Registry search last week and I saw two entries: one for freehold, another for leasehold under the exact same property. I'd like to know for sure, how can I find out??
You need to review the Freehold register you have again and check the Charges Register for mention of a lease. The best way to be sure that you are also the registered proprietor of the leasehold and freehold title as well is to check (£3). It is not completely unheard of in Windlesham and other locations in the country and poses no real issues for owners other than when they sell they have to account for both freehold and leasehold interests when dealing with buyers. You can also enquire as to the position with your conveyancing solicitor who completed the work.
I opted to have a survey carried out on a property in Windlesham in advance of retaining lawyers. I have been informed that there is a flying freehold element to the property. Our surveyor has said that some lenders may refuse to give a mortgage on this type of home.
It varies from the lender to lender. HSBC has different requirements for example to Nationwide. If you e-mail us we can investigate further via the appropriate bank. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can help as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Windlesham. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.