My family lawyer has given a fee calculation of £995 for fixed fee conveyancing in Fishponds. I am looking to sell a Edwardian property for £125,000. Is this overpriced? Is it in excess of what I should be paying for conveyancing in Fishponds?

The costs illustration is slightly on the steep side. If you are content to spend time contrasting charges you may be able to trim some of the cost by as much as £125. On the other hand, you couldcome to regret opting for an an untested solicitor. If is important to check that the solicitor can represent your bank. You can employ our search tool to choose a Fishponds conveyancing practice on the banks conveyancing panel which can often include conveyancing solicitors in Fishponds.

We are purchasing a house and require a conveyancing solicitor in Fishponds who is on the Principality approved panel. Can you recommend a local solicitor?

Our service is limited to being a directory service for firms who wish to be listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for Principality . We don't recommend any particular firms conducting conveyancing in Fishponds.

My bid for a property was accepted at auction in Fishponds. Conveyancing is necessary. What is next?

Given that you are now to in every practical sense signed on the dotted line you must appoint a conveyancing solicitor as a matter of urgency as you now have a fast approaching deadline in which to complete the purchase. All auction property will ordinarily have a corresponding legal set of papers. This will include most,if not all of the documents that your conveyancer will need. If you have purchased leasehold property the conveyancing papers should provide a copy of the lease, management information and a sellers leasehold information form and associated conveyancing documentation relating to a leasehold property. You need to give this to the lawyer instructed by you as soon as possible. Do make sure that you have funds organised to complete on the on the contractual date .

I happen to be the sole recipient of my late mum's estate with all property in now in my sole name, including the house in Fishponds. The Fishponds property was put into my name in October. I now wish to sell up. I understand that there is a CML six month 'rule', which means that my proprietorship will be considered the same way as though I had purchased the house in October. Will no one buy the property for half a year?

The CML handbook instructs solicitors to: "report to us immediately if the owner or registered proprietor has been registered for less than six months." Technically you may be affected by that. How practical a view lenders take of it, depend on the mortgage company as this requirement principally exists to pick up on subsales or the wholesaling and assigning of properties.

Can I be sure that the Fishponds conveyancing solicitor on the TSB panel is any good?

When it comes to conveyancing in Fishponds obtaining recommendations is a good starting point. Before you go ahead, check if they offer a no sale no fee offer. Also, you often get what you pay for - a firm which quotes more, will often provide a better service than one advertising the lowest fees. We would always suggest that you speak with the solicitor handling your transaction.

How does conveyancing in Fishponds differ for newly converted properties?

Most buyers of new build premises in Fishponds come to us having been asked by the builder to exchange contracts and commit to the purchase even before the premises is constructed. This is because developers in Fishponds tend to purchase the real estate, 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 Fishponds or who has acted in the same development.

I have recently realised that I have Sixty One years remaining on my flat in Fishponds. I am keen to extend my lease but my freeholder is can not be found. What options are available to me?

If you qualify, under the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 you can apply to the County Court for for permission to dispense with the service of the initial notice. This will enable the lease to be lengthened by the magistrate. You will be obliged to demonstrate that you or your lawyers have used your best endeavours to track down the landlord. For most situations a specialist may be helpful to try and locate and prepare an expert document which can be used as proof that the freeholder is indeed missing. It is wise to seek advice from a property lawyer in relation to investigating the landlord’s disappearance and the vesting order request to the County Court overseeing Fishponds.

Leasehold Conveyancing in Fishponds - Examples of Questions you should ask before buying

Who manages the block? It would be wise to discover as much as you can regarding the company managing the building as they will impact your use and enjoyment of the property. Being a leasehold owner you are frequently at the mercy of the managing agents from a financial perspective and when it comes to practical issues such as the upkeep of the communal areas. Don't be shy to ask prospective neighbours what they think of them. In conclusion, be sure you discover the dates that the maintenance fees are due to the managing agents and specifically what it includes. What is the annual service fee and ground rent?