In what way does my ID and proof of funds have anything to do with my conveyancing in Pevensey? Why is this being asked of me?

You are right in the requirement set out by your lawyer has nothing to do with conveyancing in Pevensey. Nowadays you will not be able to complete any conveyancing transaction if you have not handing over proof of your identity. This usually takes the form of a either your passport or driving licence as well as a utility bill. Remember if you are supplying your driving licence as proof of identification it must be both the paper element as well as the photo card part, one is not satisfactory in the absence of the other.

Proof of the origin of funds is required under Money Laundering Regulations. You should not be offended when you are asked to produce this as your conveyancing solicitor will need to have this information on record. Your Pevensey conveyancing lawyer will need to see evidence of proof of funds before they are able to accept any funds from you into their client account and they may also ask additional questions regarding the source of monies.

My lender has suggested a law firm on their panel based in Pevensey but I would rather instruct a conveyancing lawyer in Pevensey or nearer to where I live. Can you help?

Far from all Pevensey conveyancing solicitors are approved and listed on all banks conveyancing panel. Do make the most of the above search tool to locate a Pevensey conveyancing firm on the on the mortgage company panel.

Is it correct that all Pevensey CQS (Conveyancing Quality Scheme) solicitors are on the Santander conveyancing list of approved firms?

A selection of banks and building societies now utilise CQS as the starting point for Panel membership such as HSBC and Santander. CQS accreditation however gives no guarantee to lender panel acceptance. That being said,the CML have indicated that it is likely to become a pre-requisite for firms wishing to remain on their approved list of firms.

The formalities of my remortgage has taken place for my property in Pevensey. Conveyancing was satisfactory but I would like to complain about the lender. How does one go about formally complaining?

Almost all banks and building societies have complaints procedures. Your first port of call should be one of the lender’s branches or the Customer Services Team at head office. Ordinarily complaints to a lender are sorted out effectively and efficiently. If you feel the matter is not resolved you can write to Financial Ombudsman Service, South Quay Plaza, 183 Marsh Wall, London E14 9SR with full details of your complaint.

Clydesdale have agreed my home loan in principle, my bid on a apartment in Pevensey has been accepted, what happens next?

The estate agent will need to know who your solicitors are (ensure that the solicitors are on the lender’s approved list). Telephone Clydesdale or your broker and finalise any relevant documentation. Clydesdale will sellect a valuer who will get in touch with the selling agent or vendor to schedule an appointment. Once carried out (assuming no problems) it takes on average a week for the mortgage offer to be issued. Clydesdale will send the offer to you and your conveyancers. The legal work will then take it’s course according the nature and complexity of the conveyancing in Pevensey.

The estate agent has sent us the confirmation of our purchase of a new build apartment in Pevensey. Conveyancing is a frightening process at the best of times but I have never purchased a new build flat before. Can you give me some examples of some of the questions asked in new build conveyancing.

Set out below is a sample of a few leasehold new build questions that you may expect your new-build leasehold conveyancing in Pevensey

Will the freehold then be transferred for a nominal consideration (not exceeding £100) to the Management Company? The Landlord must covenant to assume the management if the Management Company goes into liquidation or otherwise defaults in running the management scheme. The Lease must contain a provision on behalf of the Vendor to pay the service charges in respect of unoccupied units in order to ensure that all services can be provided. Please supply evidence that the form of Lease proposed has been approved by the Land Registry.

What does commercial conveyancing in Pevensey cover?

Commercial conveyancing in Pevensey incorporates a broad array of guidance, given by qualified solicitors, relating to business premises. For instance, this type of conveyancing can cover the sale or purchase of freehold business premises or, more usually, the assignment of existing business tenancies or the drafting of new leasing arrangements. Commercial conveyancing solicitors can also offer advice on the sale of business assets, commercial mortgages and the termination of tenancies.