At what point does exchange of contracts happen for domestic conveyancing in Harlington and do I need to attend the lawyers branch?

Where you are in close proximity to our conveyancing solicitors in Harlington you are welcome to attend to sign documents. That being said, the firms we recommend offer countrywide coverage for conveyancing and provide as equally detailed and professional a job for you when communicating with you digitally. The executing of the contract is not the point of no return. Signing on the dotted line is necessary for the conveyancer to exchange contracts when the time is right, which is ordinarily shortly after signing. The procedure is is usually a five minute process, although where a long "chain" is in the mix, since the process requires the relevant party's solicitor (not necessarily a conveyancing solicitor in Harlington)to be in the office available at the end of the phone to exchange contracts.

Can I be sure that the Harlington conveyancing solicitor on the Yorkshire BS panel is any good?

When it comes to conveyancing in Harlington seeking recommendations is a sensible 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 advocate that you speak with the lawyer carrying out your conveyancing.

We expect to receive a OIP from Kent Reliance this week so we know how much we could potentially offer as otherwise we only have online calculators to go by (which aren't taking into account credit checks etc). Do Kent Reliance recommend any Harlington solicitors on the Kent Reliance conveyancing panel, or is it better to go independently?

You will need to appoint Harlington solicitors independently although you'll need to choose one on the Kent Reliance conveyancing panel. The solicitor represents both you and Kent Reliance through the process.

It is unclear whether my bank requires a lease extension. I have telephoned my Harlington building society branch on a couple of occasions and was told it does not impact the mortgage offer and they would lend. My Harlington conveyancing solicitor - who is on the lender conveyancing panel- called and was told they will not lend in accordance with their published requirements. I have no idea who is right.

Provided that the solicitor is on the mortgage company panel, they must adhere to the Council of Mortgage Lenders’ Handbook conditions for the bank. Unless your lawyer obtains specific confirmation in writing that the mortgage company will go ahead, your lawyer has no choice but to refrain from exchanging contract and committing you to the purchase. We would suggest that you ask the bank to contact your lawyer in writing confirming that they will accept the number of years left on the lease.

I have been told that property searches are the main reason for delay in Harlington house deals. Is this right?

The Council of Property Search Organisations (CoPSO) released findings of research by MoveWithUs that conveyancing searches do not feature within the most frequent causes of delays during the legal transfer of property. Local searches are unlikely to feature in any holding up conveyancing in Harlington.

My wife and I purchased a leasehold flat in Harlington. Conveyancing and Godiva Mortgages Ltd mortgage are in place. A letter has just been received from someone saying they have taken over the freehold. Attached was a demand for arrears of ground rent dating back to 1995. The conveyancing solicitor in Harlington who acted for me is not around. Any advice?

First contact the Land Registry to make sure that this person is indeed the registered owner of the freehold reversion. There is no need to incur the fees of a Harlington conveyancing solicitor to do this as it can be done on-line for less than a fiver. You should note that in any event, even if this is the legitimate landlord, under the Limitation Act 1980 the limitation period for recovery of ground rent is six years.

I own a first floor flat in Harlington. Given that I can not reach agreement with the freeholder, can the Leasehold valuation Tribunal determine the amount due for the purchase of the freehold?

if there is a missing freeholder or if there is dispute about what the lease extension should cost, under the Leasehold Reform, Housing and Urban Development Act 1993 you can apply to the Leasehold Valuation Tribunal to determine the premium.

An example of a Freehold Enfranchisement case for a Harlington property is 164 Nestles Avenue in October 2013. The tribunal agreed with the proposed price of £20,158 for the freehold and determined that that sum is the amount to be paid into court This case was in relation to 2 flats. The unexpired term was 69 years.

I am purchasing a property and need a conveyancing solicitor in Harlington who is on the mortgage company conveyancing panel. Could you point me in the right direction as regards a Harlington conveyancing firm?

Our service is limited to being a directory service for firms who wish to listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for the mortgage company who conduct conveyancing in Harlington. We dont recommend any particular conveyancing practice.