I am being advised by my solicitor that lack of planning permission insurance is necessary on my purchase. What is the typical level of cover needed for conveyancing in Old Windsor?

The appropriate level of lack of planning permission indemnity insurance depends on who your lender is. It would differ for example between Barclays and The Mortgage Works. Conveyancing lawyers as opposed to members of the public take out such insurances.

Is it the case that all Old Windsor conveyancing solicitors on the Kent Reliance conveyancing panel are regulated by the SRA?

As solicitors, in order to be on the Kent Reliance approved list of solicitors they would need to be governed by the Solicitors Regulatory Authority. The majority of lenders do list licenced conveyancers on their panel and in such a situation the firms would be governed by the CLC.

We were going to get a DIP from Skipton 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 Skipton recommend any Old Windsor solicitors on the Skipton conveyancing panel, or is it better to go independently?

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

I require quick conveyancing in Old Windsor as I am under an ultimatum to complete in less than 2 weeks. Fortunately I do not require a mortgage. Can I escape the need for conveyancing searches to save money and time?

As you are are a cash purchaser you have the choice not to have searches conducted although no lawyer would suggest that you don't. With plenty of history conveyancing in Old Windsor the following are examples of issues that can show up and adversely affect future saleability: Enforcement Notices, Overdue Fees, Outstanding Grants, Unadopted Roads,...

Yesterday I discovered that there is a flying freehold issue on a house I have offered on a fortnight ago in what should have been a quick, chain free conveyancing. Old Windsor is where the house is located. Can you shed any light on this issue?

Flying freeholds in Old Windsor are unusual but are more likely to exist in relation to terraced houses. Even though you don't necessarily need a conveyancing solicitor in Old Windsor you must be sure that your lawyer goes through the deeds very carefully. Your lender may require your conveyancing solicitor to take out an indemnity policy. Some of the more diligent conveyancing solicitors in Old Windsor may ascertain that this is not enough and that the deeds be re-written to give you the most up to date legal protection. If so, the next door neighbour also had to sign up to the revised deeds.It is possible that your lender will not accept the situation so the sooner you find out the better. You should also check with your insurance broker as to whether they will insure a flying freehold property.

I am looking to sell my house. My previous lawyers has retired. It would be helpful to have a recommendation of a conveyancing firm. I happen to live in Old Windsor if that affects matters.

You should use our search tool to help you choose a solicitor for your conveyancing in Old Windsor. We have connected thousands of home buyers and sellers with lender approved solicitors to ensure that the legalities of their house move goes with a minimum of fuss.

We are first time buyers just having agreed a price on a property in Old Windsor, and are about to get solicitors appointed. I have used the numerous rating tools and the results are from all over the England and Wales. Is it essential to have a Old Windsor lawyer local to our potential property? We are fine to do all the communicating over email, but I assume at some point we may be required to visit the conveyancer's office to sign papers?

The conveyancer does not need to be in Old Windsor, but opting for local means that you have the option to visit their offices if needed, for instance, if a signature is immediately necessary. Furthermore, a Old Windsor solicitor have established relationships with local agents and (if the vendor has instructed a local property lawyer) with them, which will help keep things moving faster.