Am I correct in assuming that the fact that my conveyancer in Sheldon is not listed on my bank's solicitor panel that there is a problem with the quality of the firm’s work?
That would more than likely be an incorrect assumption to make. There are plenty of plausible explanations. Just recently a report by the solicitors regulator indicated that over three quarters of law firms surveyed had been removed from at least one lender panel. The top 5 reasons are as follows: (1) low volume of transactions (2) the lawyer is a sole practitioner (3) as part of the HSBC panel reduction (4) regulatory contact by SRA (5) accidental removal. Should you be concerned you should contact the Sheldon conveyancing practice and enquire why they are no longer on the approved list for your bank.
We are buying a house and need a conveyancing solicitor in Sheldon who is on the Co-operative approved panel. 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 be listed as being on the approved conveyancing panel for Co-operative . We don't recommend any particular firms conducting conveyancing in Sheldon.
After scouring online forums for a conveyancing solicitor in Sheldon, most comment that I should use a CQS kitemarked solicitor. What is CQS?
The Law Society's Conveyancing Quality Scheme is the recognised kitemark for legal experts in home moving process, trusted by some of the UK's leading mortgage companies. In 2011-12 the Conveyancing Quality Scheme was officially recognised by the Building Societies Association (BSA). CQS is not a scheme offered by the Council of Licensed Conveyancing. Sheldon is one of the many areas in England and Wales where there are Accredited solicitors.
A relative advised me that in buying a property in Sheldon there may be various restrictions preventing external alterations to the property. Is this right?
We are aware of a number of properties in Sheldon which have some sort of restriction or requirement of consent to execute external alterations. Part of the conveyancing in Sheldon should determine what restrictions are applicable and advising you as part of a ROT that should be sent to you.
How can we know in advance if a Sheldon conveyancing solicitor on the Santander panel is any good?
When it comes to conveyancing in Sheldon seeking recommendations is a good starting point. Before you go ahead, check if they offer a no sale no fee offer. Also, you often get what you pay for - a firm which quotes more, will often provide a better service than one advertising the lowest fees. We would always suggest that you speak with the lawyer conducting your transaction.
I am purchasing a property in Sheldon. One unusual aspect is that the roof has a solar panel. RBS have issued a mortgage offer so presumably this is not a concern to them. Why is my solicitor raising questions about the panel?
As you are obtaining a mortgage with RBS your lawyer must check the formal requirements outlined in Part two of UK Finance Lenders’ Handbook for RBS. The Council of Mortgage Lenders’ Handbook stipulates minimum conditions for solar panel roof-space leases, and property lawyers are required to report to RBS where a lease does not comply with these specifications. The conditions relate to the installation of panels on properties nationwide and is not limited to Sheldon.
What tools are available to search for a Sheldon solicitor on the HSBC Bank conveyancing panel? I have wheels and am happy to travel upto 25miles to meet the conveyancer.
You can use the search on this page. Please select a lender and your location and you will see a number of Sheldon conveyancing lawyers based on proximity. We have detailed some Sheldon conveyancing firms towards the end of this page and you can ring them to check if they are on the HSBC Bank panel