We chose a Scarborough based firm for our conveyancing in Scarborough last week. Reviewing the Ts and Cs I seeI am liable for charges even where the conveyance does not complete. Should I ditch them and select an on-line conveyancing brokerage offering no-sale-no-fee conveyancing in Scarborough?

Generally there is a compromise along the lines that if "No Completion No Fee" is available then the fee levels will tend to be be more expensive to counteract those transactions that do not proceed. Please beware that such offerings generally do not protect you from outlay e.g. Scarborough conveyancing search expenses.

As someone unfamiliar with the Scarborough conveyancing process what’s your top tip you can impart concerning the ownership transfer in Scarborough

Not many law firms shout this from the rooftops but conveyancing in Scarborough or throughout North Yorkshire is often a confrontational process. In other words, when it comes to conveyancing there is plenty of room for conflict between you and other parties involved in the legal transfer of property. E.g., the seller, property agent and sometimes your mortgage company. Selecting a law firm for your conveyancing in Scarborough an important selection as your conveyancer is your adviser, and is the SOLE party in the process whose responsibility is to protect your best interests and to keep you safe.

We are witnessing a worrying emergence of a "blame" culture- someone must be blamed for the process taking so long. We recommend that you must always trust your lawyer above the other players when it comes to the legal assignment of property.

I have justbeen informed that Stirling Law have closed. They carried out my conveyancing in Scarborough 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 easiest method to check if the premises 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 Scarborough conveyancing specialists.

Am I best advised to go with a Scarborough conveyancing lawyer in close proximity to the house I am buying? We have a good friend who can carry out the conveyancing however his firm is located approximately 350kilometers away.

The benefit of a local Scarborough conveyancing practice is that you can drop in to sign paperwork, deliver your ID and pester them where appropriate. Having local Scarborough know how is a plus. However nothing is more important than finding someone that will pull out all the stops for you. If you know people who used your friend and the majority were content that should surpass using an unfamiliar Scarborough conveyancing lawyer solely due to them being local.

I've found a house that appears to meet my requirements, at a great figure which is making it more attractive. I have subsequently discovered that the title is leasehold rather than freehold. I would have thought that there are issues buying a house with a leasehold title in Scarborough. Conveyancing solicitors have are soon to be instructed. Will they explain the issues?

Most houses in Scarborough are freehold and not leasehold. In this scenario it’s worth having a local conveyancer who is familiar with the area who can assist with the conveyancing process. We note that you are purchasing in Scarborough in which case you should be shopping around for a Scarborough conveyancing solicitor and check that they are used to dealing with leasehold houses. First you will need to check the unexpired lease term. Being a lessee you will not be at liberty to do whatever you want to the property. The lease comes with conditions for example obtaining the landlord’spermission to carry out alterations. You may also be required to pay a maintenance charge towards the upkeep of the estate where the house is part of an estate. Your conveyancer will report to you on the legal implications.

Scarborough Conveyancing for Leasehold Flats - A selection of Questions you should consider Prior to Purchasing

Does the lease contain onerous restrictions? Are any of leasehold owners in dispute over their service charge liability? What is the name of the managing agents?