We are intent on selling our property in Sutton Coldfield and according to the buyers it appears that there is a risk of it being constructed on contaminated land. A high street Sutton Coldfield conveyancer would know this is not the case. It does beg the question why the purchasers instructed an online conveyancing firm rather than a conveyancing solicitor in Sutton Coldfield. Having lived in Sutton Coldfield for 4 years we know of no issue. Should we contact our local Authority to obtain confirmation that the buyers are looking for.
It sounds as though you may have a conveyancing solicitor currently acting for you. Are they able to advise? You must enquire of 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)
How does conveyancing in Sutton Coldfield differ for new build properties?
Most buyers of new build residence in Sutton Coldfield approach us having been asked by the seller to sign contracts and commit to the purchase even before the premises is completed. This is because builders in Sutton Coldfield typically buy the site, 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 conveyancing solicitors 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 Sutton Coldfield or who has acted in the same development.
I decided to have a survey carried out on a property in Sutton Coldfield ahead of instructing conveyancers. I have been informed that there is a flying freehold overhang to the house. My surveyor advised that some banks tend refuse to issue a mortgage on this type of house.
It varies from the lender to lender. Bank of Scotland has different instructions from Nationwide. If you call us we can check with the appropriate mortgage company. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Sutton Coldfield. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.
As co-executor for the estate of my grandmother I am disposing of a property in Cardiff but I am based in Sutton Coldfield. My solicitor (approximately 200 miles from mehas requested that I sign a statutory declaration prior to completion. Could you suggest a conveyancing solicitor in Sutton Coldfield who can attest and place their company stamp on the document?
Technically speaking you should not need to have the documents attested by a conveyancing solicitor. Normally any notary public or solicitor will do regardless of whether they are located in Sutton Coldfield
Are there any compelling benefits to choosing a local conveyancing practitioner in Sutton Coldfield
Lots of house movers in Sutton Coldfield decide on using a local solicitor so that they can visit just in case they have questions, and to collect documents rather than relying on the Royal Mail.
There is a marginal edge when opting for a conveyancing practitioner nearby to the premises you are purchasing, due to the familiarity of the locality and possible local issues - nevertheless this is debatable. The majority of conveyancers carry out their work via the internet and could be practically anywhere.