My best friend’s uncle is a conveyancing practitioner. I suspect that I will receive preferential fee for conveyancing, However if that does not come materialise, what level of fees would I typically be looking at for conveyancing in Fitzrovia?

You should contrast pricing. Make use of our comparison tool on this site. You will notice that fees will vary but service levels do are distinct between solicitors as is the case with most professions.

Do the conveyancing lawyers via your comparison service perform attended exchange conveyancing in Fitzrovia?

We do have a number of conveyancing specialists carrying out personalised exchanges. Do contact us to get a costs illustration and details as to dates.

I need some quick conveyancing in Fitzrovia as I am under a deadline to sign on the dotted line within one month. Fortunately I do not need a mortgage. Is it possible to escape the need for conveyancing searches to save money and time?

If.Given you are are a cash buyer you have the choice not to do searches although no lawyer would recommend that you don't. Drawing on years of experience of conveyancing in Fitzrovia the following are examples of issues that can be revealed and therefore affect the marketability of the property: Refused Planning Applications, Outstanding Charges, Overdue Grants, Unadopted Roads,...

Due to the encouragement of my in-laws I had a survey completed on a property in Fitzrovia prior to retaining lawyers. I have been advised that there is a flying freehold element to the house. Our surveyor has said that some lenders tend not give a loan on this type of premises.

It depends who your proposed lender is. Bank of Scotland has different requirements for example to Nationwide. Should you wish to call us we can check with the relevant mortgage company. If you lender is happy to lend one our lawyers can assist as they are used to dealing with flying freeholds in Fitzrovia. Conveyancing may be slightly more expensive based on your lender's requirements.

How and when do I cover the costs of stamp duty due for my Fitzrovia flat purchase?

Most solicitors tend to fill out a stamp duty return on your behalf as part of your Fitzrovia conveyancing transaction for signature. On completion your lawyer will submit the STL Return Form to the Tax Authorities and - as long as they have the funds - pay any Stamp Duty payable for you.