I am looking to buy a house and require a conveyancing solicitor in Port Clarence who is on the TSB solicitor. Could you point me in the right direction as regards a solicitor?

Our service is limited to being a directory service for firms who wish to listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for TSB in certain locations such as Port Clarence. We dont recommend any particular firm.

I have been pointed in your direction by a number of estate agents in Port Clarence to select a conveyancer on your site. What’s the financial incentive for Estate Agents to promote your site over and above alternative conveyancing organisations?

We don’t offer any commission for sending work our way. We found it would be just too difficult to pay a commission because members of the public would think, ‘Why is the agent getting a kickback? Why aren’t I receiving any benefit too?’ So we decided to step away from that.

In scouring the internet for the words on line conveyancing in Port Clarence it shows results of many conveyancersin the area. With so much choice what is the best way to find the right property lawyer for the sale of my house?

The preferential way of finding the right conveyancer is via personal referral, so ask friends and family who have acquired a property in Port Clarence or the respected estate agent or mortgage broker. Charges for conveyancing in Port Clarence differ, so it's sensible to secure at least three estimates from different conveyancers. Make sure that you clarify that the fees are fixed.

Can you offer any advice when it comes to appointing a Port Clarence conveyancing practice to carry out our lease extension conveyancing?

When appointing a property lawyer for your lease extension (regardless if they are a Port Clarence conveyancing firm) it is essential that they be familiar with the legislation and specialises in this area of work. We recommend that you speak with several firms including non Port Clarence conveyancing practices prior to instructing a firm. Where the conveyancing practice is ALEP accredited then that’s a bonus. The following questions could be useful:

Can they put you in touch with clients in Port Clarence who can give a testimonial? If the firm is not ALEP accredited then what is the reason?

I own a split level flat in Port Clarence, conveyancing having been completed half a dozen years ago. How much will my lease extension cost? Similar flats in Port Clarence with an extended lease are worth £181,000. The average or mid-range amount of ground rent is £55 charged once a year. The lease ceases on 21st October 2076

With only 51 years unexpired we estimate the price of your lease extension to be between £30,400 and £35,200 as well as professional fees.

The figure that we have given is a general guide to costs for extending a lease, but we cannot give you a more accurate figure in the absence of detailed investigations. You should not use this information in tribunal or court proceedings. There are no doubt other concerns that need to be considered and clearly you should be as accurate as possible in your negotiations. Please do not move forward placing reliance on this information before seeking the advice of a professional.

Can you please clarify what options are open to me if my Port Clarence conveyancing searches reveals detrimental entries?

Usually, the majority of issues that arise in Port Clarence conveyancing search responses can be addressed prior to completion or title insurance can be put in place. You should remember that although you intend on acquiring the property and may be willing to live with the search results, your mortgage lender may not, and when all said and done they have the final say.