What is the optimal way of identifying a auction conveyancing in Much Wenlock?
Option 1 is to ask the people you trust who they would recommend.
Second, search the web for conveyancing in Much Wenlock. Telephone two or three from the list and request that they forward you their conveyancing estimate and speak to the lawyer who will oversee your legal process in advance ofmaking your choice.
Option 3 is to use our search tool to help you find the right lawyers taking into account your unique requirements including area of the property,timings, complications and who your intended mortgage company is. Don't take the bait of low cost conveyancing in Much Wenlock
I am about to put an offer on a leasehold flat in Much Wenlock. The estate agents tell me that it is the norm for flats in Much Wenlock to have less than 75 years remaining. I am taking out a mortgage with Platform. Will the property be mortgageable given that the lease has 69 years remaining.
Most leasehold conveyancing experts should be able to deal with a lease extension. if you are obtaining a mortgage then your lender may insist that the lease be extended before competition. Platform have specific requirements as set out in the UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook in relation to minimum unexpired lease terms. As of 23/8/2025 the requirements read as follows :
My partner and I are selling our property in Much Wenlock and the buyers lawyers are claiming that there is a possibility that the property was built land that was not decontaminated. Any local lawyer would know this is not the case. For the life of me I don't know why the buyers instructed a national conveyancing outfit as opposed to a conveyancing solicitor in Much Wenlock. We have lived in Much Wenlock for many years we know that this is a non issue. Is it a good idea to contact our local Authority to obtain clarification need.
It sounds as though you may have a conveyancing firm currently acting for you. Are they able to advise? You must enquire of your lawyer before you do anything. It is very possible that once the local authority has been informed of a potential issue it cannot be insured against (a bit like being diagnosed with a serious illness and then taking out health insurance to cover that same sickness)
I have todaybecome aware that Wolstenholmes have been shut down. They conducted my conveyancing in Much Wenlock for a purchase of a leasehold flat 18 months ago. How can I be sure that the property is registered correctly in the name of the previous owner?
The quickest method to see if the property is in your name, you can make a search of the land registry (£3.00). You can either do this yourself or ask a law firm to do this for you. If you are not registered you can seek help from one of a number of Much Wenlock conveyancing specialists.
Why is New Build conveyancing in Much Wenlock more costly?
Buying a new build premises is significantly different from the normal house purchase conveyancing in Much Wenlock. For a start housebuilders normally need contracts to exchange inside a short timeframe, the result being a lot of pressure on your property lawyer to make sure all is in order. In addition new build conveyancing frequently involve examination of adoption of highways, drains, planning considerations, building warranties or architects certificates. Lenders requirements are also more demanding. Taking into account the complex nature of the process for these types of properties, the conveyancing new build fees are higher than normal.