Having been referred to your organisation we were going to use a conveyancing solicitor in Blakeney found by you but stumbled across alternative fee calculations on the internet seem less expensive – why is this?

There are numerous websites advertising self styled £99 conveyancing, unfortunately it’s common in such cases for additionalcosts result in the final bill markedly uplifted. Solicitors ought to ensure costs listed in terms and conditions should be transparent and reasonable raised The law firms that we put forward for conveyancing in Blakeney specify all charges for a residential conveyancing transaction.

What is the first thing I need to know about purchase conveyancing in Blakeney?

You may not hear this from too many lawyers but conveyancing in Blakeney and elsewhere in Gloucestershire is an adversarial process. Put another way, when it comes to conveyancing there is plenty of room for friction between you and others involved in the legal transfer of property. E.g., the seller, selling agent and sometimes the bank. Selecting a law firm for your conveyancing in Blakeney an important selection as your conveyancer is your adviser, and is the ONLY person in the legal process whose interest is to protect your legal interests and to protect you.

We are witnessing a definite creep of a "blame" culture- someone has to be at fault for the process taking so long. We recommend that you should always trust your lawyer above the other parties in the home moving process.

I have been referred to a conveyancing solicitor in Blakeney. I need to find out whether they are on the Britannia conveyancing panel. Can you assist?

You should call your lawyer and enquire if they can act for the bank. Alternatively you can call Britannia who may be able to assist.

I have been told that property searches are the primary reason for hinderance in Blakeney conveyancing transactions. Is this right?

The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) has noted the determinations of a review by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not figure amongst the most frequent causes of delays during the legal transfer of property. Searches are unlikely to be the root cause of delay in conveyancing in Blakeney.

Should I be wary by brokers that I am dealing with are suggesting a nationwide conveyancing firm as opposed to a High Street Blakeney conveyancing company?

As with lots of professional services, often referrals from relatives can be extremely useful or valuable. But there are numerous players in a conveyancing deal; estate agents, mortgage brokers and banks may suggest solicitors to retain. On occasion the lawyers might be known to one of the organisations as one of the best in their field, but occasionally there may be a financial incentive behind the endorsement. You have the right to appoint your preferred conveyancer. Don't forget that most lenders specify a panel list of solicitors you must use for the lender related work in your house move.