My Solicitor in Lewes is not listed on the Barnsley Building Society Solicitor Panel. Is it possible for me to retain my prefered solicitor even though they are not on the Barnsley Building Society approved list?
Your options are as follows:
- Complete the purchase with your preferred Lewes lawyers but Barnsley Building Society will need to instruct a lawyer on their list of acceptable firms. This will result in additional overall legal charges as well as result in frustration.
- Get a new solicitor to act in the purchase, remembering to check they are on the Barnsley Building Society panel
How can we know in advance if a Lewes conveyancing solicitor on the Barclays panel is any good?
When it comes to conveyancing in Lewes getting recommendations is a sensible start. 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 advise that you speak with the lawyer handling your transaction.
We expect to receive a AIP from Co-operative this week so we can work out what to offer on a property we like as otherwise we only have online calculators to go by (which aren't taking into account credit checks etc). Do Co-operative recommend any Lewes solicitors on the Co-operative conveyancing panel, or is it better to go independently?
You will need to appoint Lewes solicitors independently although you'll need to choose one on the Co-operative conveyancing panel. The solicitor represents both you and Co-operative through the process.
I can not fathom if my lender obliges me to make sure the lease term for the flat is extended prior to the completion date. I have called my Lewes bank branch on various occasions and was informed it wasn't an issue and they will lend. My Lewes conveyancing solicitor - who is on the bank conveyancing panel- telephoned to say that they will not lend in accordance with their specific requirements. Who do I believe?
Provided that the property lawyer is on the lender panel, she or he must comply with the CML Handbook conditions for the lender. Unless your lawyer obtains specific confirmation in writing that the lender 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 remaining.
I require quick conveyancing in Lewes as I am under pressure to sign on the dotted line within one month. A mortgage is not required. Can I avoid the conveyancing searches to save fees and time?
As you are are a mortgage free buyer you have the choice not to have searches carried out although no lawyer would advise that you don't. With plenty of history conveyancing in Lewes the following are instances of issues that can crop up and therefore affect market value: Enforcement Notices, Overdue Charges, Outstanding Grants, Unadopted Roads,...
I am looking for a conveyancing lawyer in Lewes for my home move. Is there any facility to check a firm’s record with the profession’s regulator?
One may find documented Solicitor Regulator Association (SRA) decisions stemming from inquisitions commenced on or after 1 January 2008. Go to Check a solicitor's record. To find records about the period before 1 January 2008, or to check a solicitors history, phone 0870 606 2555, 08.00 - 18.00 any week day save for Tuesday when lines open at 9.30am. International callers, dial +44 (0)121 329 6800. The regulator may recorded call for training purposes.
Is there a distinction between surveying and conveyancing in Lewes?
Conveyancing - in Lewes or anywhere in England and Wales - is the legal term given to transferring legal title of property from one person to another. It involves the investigation of the title. Whether buying or selling, you should be aware of anything affecting the property such as proposals by government departments, illegal buildings, or outstanding rates. The conveyancer should conduct the appropriate searches and inquiries on the property. Surveying relates to the structure of a property itself. A surveyor will look at a house, flat and any outbuildings you are purchasing and will help you find out about the condition of the building and, if there are problems, give you a powerful reason for negotiating the buying price down or asking the vendor to remedy the defects prior to you move in.