I was referred a solicitor who has sent a quote for £1350 for freehold conveyancing in Cradley Heath. I’m looking to sell a modern property for £125,000. This seems over the top. Is it above what I should be paying for conveyancing in Cradley Heath?
The estimate does seem a tad overpriced. If you are content to expend time contrasting quotes you may be able to reduce the fees marginally by perhaps £100 plus VAT. On the other hand, you couldcome to rue choosing an a cheaper lawyer. Remember to enquire the firm can also act for your bank. You can make use of our comparison tool to get a quote a Cradley Heath conveyancing company on the lender’s approved list of lawyers which can often include conveyancing solicitors in Cradley Heath.
I have given 8 weeks notice to my current landlord and must leave my rented property in Cradley Heath by the end of next month. Conveyancing for my house purchase has just started. Can I complete in three weeks as don't want to have to move into temporary accommodation?
It is unwise to give notice for your lease until exchange of contracts has taken place. If you have not previously done so, speak to your conveyancer and request that they apply pressure on the owners solicitors, try to get a realistic time scale from them that everyone will aim to achieve
I am considering applying for a HSBC mortgage for purchase of a new build (under development) in Cradley Heath with 70% loan to value. Is it compulsory to choose a solicitor on the conveyancing panel for HSBC ?
In theory, you could use a solicitor that is not on the HSBC conveyancing panel, but HSBC would require one of their panel solicitors to be instructed to act in their interests, and you'd have to pay for this - so most people instruct a panel solicitor. It's also easier, as otherwise you'd have to deal with two solicitors for the same conveyancing matter.
How does conveyancing in Cradley Heath differ for newly converted properties?
Most buyers of new build property in Cradley Heath contact us having been asked by the developer to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the house is constructed. This is because developers in Cradley Heath typically buy the land, plan the estate and want to get the plots sold off as they are building the properties. Buyers, therefore, will have to exchange contracts without actually seeing the house they are buying. To reduce the chances of losing the property, buyers should instruct conveyancers as soon as the property is reserved and mortgage applications should be submitted quickly. Due to the fact that it could be several months and even years between exchange of contracts and completion, the mortgage offer may need to be extended. It would be wise to use a lawyer who specialises in new build conveyancing especially if they are used to new build conveyancing in Cradley Heath or who has acted in the same development.
I am thinking of appointing a conveyancing practitioner in Cradley Heath for my sale. Is it possible to check a firm’s record with the profession’s regulator?
One may see presented Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) decisions stemming from investigations commenced on or after 1 January 2008. Go to Check a solicitor's record. To find details Pre 2008, or to check a solicitors history, phone 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and 09.30 - 18.00 Tuesday. International callers, call +44 (0)121 329 6800. The regulator could recorded call for training purposes.