In what way does my ID and proof of funds have anything to do with my conveyancing in Ebbw Vale? Why is this being asked of me?

Ebbw Vale conveyancing solicitors and indeed property lawyers accross the UK have a duty under money laundering regulations to check the ID of any client with a view to ensure that clients are who they say they are.

Conveyancing clients will need to supply two forms of certified ID; proof of ID (typically a Passport or Driving Licence) and evidence of address (usually a Utility Bill less than 3 months old).

Evidence of source of funds is also required under the money laundering regulations as lawyers are mandated to investigate that the funds you are using to buy a property (whether it be the deposit for exchange or the total purchase monies if you are buying without a mortgage) has come from an acceptable source (such as employment savings) rather than the proceeds of criminal activity.

I acquired my apartment on 16 April and the transaction details is not yet on the land registry website. Should I be concerned? My conveyancing solicitor in Ebbw Vale advises it will be concluded in less than a month. Are properties in Ebbw Vale uniquely lengthy to register?

As far as conveyancing in Ebbw Vale is concerned, registration is no faster or slower than anywhere else in England and Wales. As opposed to being determined by geographic area, timescales can adjust according to the party submitting the application, whether there are errors and whether the Land registry must send notices to any interested parties. As of today roughly three quarters of such applications are fully dealt with within two weeks but some can be subject to longer hold-ups. Registration is effected once the new owner is living at the premises so an expedited registration is not usually primary concern yet where it is urgent that the the registration takes place urgently then you or your solicitor can contact the land registry and explain the circumstances.

I am buying a new build apartment in Ebbw Vale. Conveyancing is daunting at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. What sort of enquires would be asked in new build conveyancing.

Here is a sample of a selection of leasehold new build enquiries that you should expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Ebbw Vale

Please supply a car parking plan. Will the freehold then be transferred for a nominal consideration (not exceeding £100) to the Management Company? The Vendor must covenant to keep unoccupied units in good repair until long leases are granted therefore. If there are lifts in the building, please confirm that the owners of flats on the ground and basement floors will not be required to contribute towards the cost of maintenance and renewal. The Lease must contain a provision on behalf of the Vendor to pay the service charges in respect of unoccupied units in order to ensure that all services can be provided.

Due to the encouragement of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a property in Ebbw Vale in advance of appointing solicitors. I have been advised that there is a flying freehold element to the house. The surveyor advised that some lenders will refuse to grant a mortgage on this type of property.

It varies from the lender to lender. HSBC has different requirements for example to Nationwide. If you contact us we can check with the relevant lender. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Ebbw Vale. Conveyancing can be more complicated and therefore you should check with your conveyancing solicitor in Ebbw Vale to see if the conveyancing will be more expensive.

I have been sourcing a conveyancing lawyer in Ebbw Vale for my house move. Is it possible to check a firm’s record with the legal regulator?

Members of the public can search for documented Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) determinations resulting from inquisitions started on or after Jan 2008. Visit Check a solicitor's record. To find records Pre 2008, or to check a firm's history, phone 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 any week day save for Tuesday when lines open at 9.30am. For callers outside the UK, use +44 (0)121 329 6800. The regulator could monitor call for training purposes.